Construction Materials Technician

WSP; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP has a career opportunity for a Construction Materials Technician to join our Albuquerque, NM team. The ideal candidate will perform field and laboratory tests to determine physical properties of construction materials and support engineering decisions.

You will collect soil, asphalt and concrete samples, prepare data, and report findings. Travel up to 15% to job sites and labs, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and compliance with procedures.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction materials testing experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Able to use laboratory test equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Able to understand procedure manuals and execute work orders.
• Able to prepare reports and documentation.
• Able to follow directions with strong attention to detail.
• May need to lift and carry soil, asphalt, and concrete samples.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tests and investigations in field or laboratory to obtain data for engineering decisions.
• Demonstrate integrity in testing and reporting with accuracy and transparency.
• Perform field and laboratory tests according to prescribed procedures and standards.
• Collect samples and prepare them for testing, recording data and preparing reports.
• Set up, maintain and calibrate equipment; operate computer systems and peripherals.

Skills

Construction materials testing

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Travel readiness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Wheelbarrow

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP has a career opportunity for a Construction Materials Technician to join our team in Albuquerque, NM. Do you enjoy working outdoors in the construction industry? We have opportunities to grow and enhance your career. Are you looking to work with an established engineering firm that values its employee’s enthusiasm and technical contributions? Our ideal candidate is seeking challenging work and is committed to quality.

Your Impact

• Will work as a valued member of our team and conduct tests and investigations in the field or laboratory to obtain data used by engineering and technical personnel in determining physical properties of construction materials
• Demonstrate integrity in all testing and reporting activities ensuring accuracy, transparency and accountability in results
• Perform field and laboratory tests according to prescribed procedures, processes and standards
• Collect soil, asphalt and concrete samples, prepare samples for testing, record data, and prepare summary report
• Use specialized equipment and apparatus to prepare analyses, reports and / or technical drawings
• Operate computer systems and peripheral equipment
• Maintain results log
• Enter data and use spreadsheet computer programs
• Confer with Engineers and Scientific staff on test and design efforts
• Set up, maintain and calibrate equipment
• May require some lifting and carrying
• Field assignments may require travel and / or work to be performed on site under a variety of environmental and climatic conditions for extended periods of time.
• Approximately 15% overnight travel.

Required Qualifications

• 3 years + Construction Materials Testing experience
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Able to use laboratory test equipment in an effective and safe manner
• Able to understand procedure manuals and can execute work orders
• Able to prepare reports and documentation
• Able to follow directions and have attention to detail
• May require the ability to lift and carry soil, asphalt and concrete samples and use a wheelbarrow
• Able to work independently
• This position requires the successful candidate to utilize a WSP Fleet Vehicle(s) in the performance of their duties. Candidates must be eligible for coverage under WSP’s fleet policy, which requires drivers to be at least 21 years old.
• Must pass background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Preferred Qualifications

• Maintain required ACI and TTCP certifications to perform appropriate inspections
• ACI Certification
• TTCP Certification
• Soil or asphalt nuclear density testing experience
• Knowledge and understanding of materials testing and a project focus
• Understanding of applicable ASTM, AASHTO and NMDOT Standard