Construction Materials Technician I — Field & Lab Testing

Raba Kistner, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Raba Kistner, Inc. seeks a Construction Materials Technician I to join our Baton Rouge, LA team. The role involves conducting field or laboratory testing, sampling, and inspection of construction materials, coordinating with supervisors, and reporting results daily.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver's license, and be prepared to obtain industry certifications within six months. The position requires travel to project sites and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED or equivalent certification.
• Willingness to obtain industry certifications within 6 months of employment.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites and rough terrain.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, labels, and reports; strong written communication.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with dispatcher to ensure priorities and deadlines are met in field and laboratory.
• Meet with supervisors and project leads to discuss testing/inspection of construction materials.
• Follow safety protocols; properly use and maintain nuclear gauges and field equipment.
• Communicate project progress and delays to supervisor and dispatcher.
• Submit accurate testing/inspection reports daily.
• Drive company vehicles to job sites safely.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety minded

Reading/writing

Education

High School diploma

ACI Field Certification

TxDOT SB101/SB102/SB103

Tools

Nuclear gauges

TTCP training

Job description

Raba Kistner, Inc. seeks a Construction Materials Technician I to join our Baton Rouge, LA team. The role involves conducting field or laboratory testing, sampling, and inspection of construction materials, coordinating with supervisors, and reporting results daily.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, valid driver's license, and be prepared to obtain industry certifications within six months. The position requires travel to project sites and adherence to safety protocols.