Construction Materials Testing Lab/Field Lead Technician

Kleinfelder; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician in Houston, Texas, to join the Red River CoMET team. The role involves testing various construction materials, ensuring compliance with standards, and maintaining lab accreditations. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience and excellent communication skills. The position comes with benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans and focuses on professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of laboratory experience in CoMET or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass a drug test.
• Ability to maintain composure and work effectively in high-pressure environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing on concrete, soil, and other materials according to standards.
• Communicate effectively with clients and collaborators.
• Maintain lab accreditations and submit daily reports.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level!

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people‑first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder's Houston, Texas office is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician to join our Red River CoMET team. We provide construction inspection and material testing services to a broad range of local and national clients.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing on concrete, soil, and other construction materials in accordance with applicable standard test methods.
• Report verification of conformance to approved plans and specifications.
• Communicate effectively with clients, supervisors, technicians, and other design professionals.
• Maintain Kleinfelder's local lab accreditations.
• Perform field observations and testing on materials testing projects to verify conformance to the construction plans and specifications.
• Submit daily field reports and data reports summarizing daily activities.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of laboratory experience in CoMET or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass a drug test.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, maintain composure, and work effectively in a high‑pressure environment with changing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to use a company‑provided laptop or iPad and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Bend and lift up to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and lift over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck, etc.).

Preferred Certifications

• American Concrete Institute (ACI)
• Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT)
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with some college preferred.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering reimbursements for continuing education and certifications, and opportunities through an internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)