Construction Materials Testing Field Technician

Froehling & Robertson, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holidays

401K retirement

Job summary

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. is seeking a CMT Technician to travel to construction sites and inspect contractor work, performing basic field soil and concrete tests under supervision. Data is entered in the field for immediate transmission to Project Managers for review.

Clear communication with clients and teams is essential, with opportunities for career progression as you gain qualifications. Responsibilities include field and laboratory testing, detailed reporting, and evaluating subgrade

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Prior construction or field testing experience preferred.
• ACI Level I / DOT / WACEL / ICC certs a plus.
• Must be able to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Must work independently and within teams to achieve goals.
• Must be able to walk/stand all day and lift up to 70 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform field materials testing of soil, asphalt, masonry and concrete.
• Prepare detailed field reports with test results and observations.
• Perform laboratory tests on soil and concrete and prepare reports.
• Evaluate site and subgrade conditions and provide recommendations.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and staff regarding construction issues.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Detail-oriented

Reading plans

Problem solving

Writing reports

Mathematics

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Who we are looking for:

As a CMT Technician, you will help ensure public safety by traveling to construction sites to inspect the contractor's work, and perform basic field soil and concrete tests under the direction of other F&R technicians or engineering professionals to verify the work is performed in accordance with project specifications. With minimal paperwork involved, all inspections/observations and test data is input on smart phones/tablets in the field for immediate transmittal to our Project Managers for review.

What you’ll be doing:

• Performing field materials testing of soil, asphalt, masonry and concrete
• Preparing detailed and complete field reports with all relevant test results and inspections/observations provided
• Performing laboratory tests on soil and concrete and preparing reports of results
• Evaluating site and subgrade conditions on construction projects and providing recommendations
• Communicating with clients, contractors, and engineering and technician staff regarding construction issues

Developing employees to reach their full career aspirations and potential is important to F&R. Our job classifications allow you to develop a pathway with your manager for your career progression as you gain more experience and qualifications. Related experience from previous employment, training, and certifications will be taken into consideration.

Apply now to be considered for:

• Tech in Training - NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED
• Technician I
• Technician II
• Technician III
• Sr. Technician I
• Sr. Technician II

What you need to have:

• A High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• Prior construction or field testing experience preferred
• ACI Level I Concrete, State DOT, WACEL, or ICC certifications in the disciplines of soils, reinforced concrete, and masonry are a plus
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
• Must be able to work independently and within teams to achieve goals
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• A problem solver who can deal with a variety of variables at once
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Ability to apply basic mathematical formulas and concepts to calculate quantities, estimate volumes, inspect constructed work, make recommendations in the field and to perform calculations for field and laboratory tests and equipment
• Must be able to walk and stand continuously throughout the day
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 70 pounds on a regular basis
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record
• Requires a valid, clean driver’s license, as travel to job sites is required
• Must continue to maintain a safe driving record and valid driver’s license to fulfill travel requirements of this position

Check out our Perks + Benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Company Cell Phone + Tablet
• Use of Company Vehicle for everyday onsite travel

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and highly encourage resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.