Construction Materials Testing (Engineering) Technician

Burgess Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess Construction Consultants, Inc. seeks both experienced and entry-level Construction Materials Testing Technicians to perform tests on materials like concrete and soils. This role requires effective communication and offers comprehensive training and benefits for team members, ensuring their professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Family health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

401K plan with matching benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Qualifications

• No experience required, but relevant experience is a plus.
• Valid Driver’s License is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on construction materials such as soils and concrete.
• Document and communicate testing results accurately.
• Ensure safety practices and calibrate testing equipment.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to lift 10 - 60 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Construction Materials Testing (Engineering) Technician

Construction Materials Testing (Engineering) Technician

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Job Description

Construction Materials Testing (Engineering) Technician

Job Description

Burgess Construction Consultants, Inc. (BCCI) is looking for experienced and entry-level Construction Materials Testing (Engineering) Technicians to join our team. Our “Engineering Technicians” will perform various observations and tests on construction materials such as soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel and asphalt.

Job Description

Construction Materials Testing (Engineering) Technician

Job Description

Burgess Construction Consultants, Inc. (BCCI) is looking for experienced and entry-level Construction Materials Testing (Engineering) Technicians to join our team. Our “Engineering Technicians” will perform various observations and tests on construction materials such as soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel and asphalt.

As growth and forward advancement are important at BCCI, we offer in-depth technical training and professional certifications as candidates advance in the position. BCCI also provides excellent benefits to our team members including competitive wages, family health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K plan with matching benefits, paid holidays, paid vacation.

You will be part of a dynamic, growing, and supportive team - and your role is key to BCCI’s success. While your job duties may fluctuate day to day, here are the areas that are essential for a candidate’s success:

Essential Role and Responsibilities:

• Under direction of senior technicians, staff professionals or project managers, a candidate must possess the ability to learn and assists with tasks and perform basic sample tests and observation of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel and asphalt.
• Document and prepare sample testing and observation data using a laptop or tablet device; submit findings accurately to a Project Manager.
• Effectively communicate testing and inspection results.
• Ensure that all testing equipment and tools are properly calibrated and maintained.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Reports any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintains quality standards on all projects.
• Transports materials safely from various job sites to the lab.
  
  

Requirements

• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule including overtime.
• Must have reliable vehicle for field assignments (preferred vehicle: pick-up truck or large SUV).
• Must be able to pass background check
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• No experience required (related or relevant experience is a plus)
• Ability to lift 10 – 60 lbs. and work outside for extended periods of time
• Valid Driver’s License
• Capacity to effectively communicate verbally and in writing
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (One Or More Of The Following)

• ACI – Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade I
• ACI - Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• NICET – (Soils, Concrete, Asphalt)
• TXDOT – Soils, Asphalt or other Certifications
  
  

The successful candidate will be encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring. This is an opportunity to become a member of a successful team, be part of the construction process and make a career at an established and growing organization that takes great care of its team members.

Company Description

Burgess was founded in 1986 to meet the growing demand of the top home builders, developers, and stakeholders across the nation in need of third-party quality assurance, energy testing, and engineering services. Through our multi-phase construction consulting, in-process quality improvement services and state of the art reporting, Burgess helps our clients create the quality projects they set out to build. Burgess is proud of the long standing partnerships we've created over the last 39 years.

Burgess was founded in 1986 to meet the growing demand of the top home builders, developers, and stakeholders across the nation in need of third-party quality assurance, energy testing, and engineering services. Through our multi-phase construction consulting, in-process quality improvement services and state of the art reporting, Burgess helps our clients create the quality projects they set out to build. Burgess is proud of the long standing partnerships we've created over the last 39 years.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Construction

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