Construction Materials Tester

Tundra Technical Solutions; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

As a Technician, Level I you will assist in the performance of routine construction monitoring, field and/or laboratory tests. You will prepare and transport samples and reports, and perform non-technical functions and office tasks under close supervision of higher level technicians or supervisors.

No experience is required; you must be able to lift 10–60 lbs and work outside for extended periods. A valid driver's license and ability to pass a drug/background check are required.

Qualifications

• No experience necessary.
• Ability to lift 10–60 lbs and work outside for extended periods.
• Capacity to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass drug/background checks.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must be willing to work weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sampling or testing of soils, concrete, asphalt and other materials as directed.
• Support field and/or laboratory personnel as needed to complete tasks.
• Transports equipment, specimens or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work area.
• Assists other technicians or professional staff on routine tasks.
• You will be expected to retain the information shown and explained to you so that you may become a self sufficient employee and continue to grow with our company.
• Support our client's quality policies and procedures; maintain the quality of your work and the quality of our client in the highest regard with each task you perform.
• Adhere to our client's safety policies and procedures and encourage the improvement of these policies by your participation in near miss and safety audit programs.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Physical stamina

Valid driver's license

Background check clear

High School diploma

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Technician, Level I you will assist in the performance of routine construction monitoring, field and/or laboratory tests. You will prepare and transport samples and reports, and perform non-technical functions and office tasks under close supervision of higher level technicians or supervisors.

• Assist with sampling or testing of soils, concrete, asphalt and other materials as directed.
• Support field and/or laboratory personnel as needed to complete tasks.
• Transports equipment, specimens or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean work area.
• Assists other technicians or professional staff on routine tasks.
• You will be expected to retain the information shown and explained to you so that you may become a self sufficient employee and continue to grow with our company.
• Support our client's quality policies and procedures; maintain the quality of your work and the quality of our client in the highest regard with each task you perform.
• Adhere to our client's safety policies and procedures and encourage the improvement of these policies by your participation in near miss and safety audit programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• No experience necessary
• Ability to lift 10 – 60 lbs. and work outside for extended periods of time
• Capacity to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to pass a drug and background check
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be willing to work weekends as needed