Construction Materials Testing Tech I: Field & Lab

Kleinfelder; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Benefits package

Certification training

Employee referrals

Career advancement

Job summary

Kleinfelder's Construction Services team in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Construction Materials and Testing Technician I. This role involves field observations, sampling and testing of soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, and other materials on major projects in North Carolina.

You will prepare detailed reports, manage samples, and help ensure project quality and safety. The position offers training, certification opportunities (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.), competitive wages, and a path for

Qualifications

• 1+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience.
• Radiation safety training for operation of a nuclear density gauge.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician - Grade 1.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform Field Observations and Materials Sampling/Testing during construction of buildings, bridges and roadways.
• Perform testing on construction materials including soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, structural steel, etc.
• Write daily field reports documenting work and contractor compliance with contract documents.
• Cast field samples of concrete, masonry, grout, etc., for strength verification.
• Provide daily updates to Department Manager on project progress; communicate findings clearly.

Skills

Inspection experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Kleinfelder's Construction Services team in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Construction Materials and Testing Technician I. This role involves field observations, sampling and testing of soils, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, and other materials on major projects in North Carolina.

You will prepare detailed reports, manage samples, and help ensure project quality and safety. The position offers training, certification opportunities (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.), competitive wages, and a path for