Construction Materials Testing Technician

tweinc; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Guardian Supplemental Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

120 hours of PTO annually

9 company paid holidays

Job summary

Tolunay-Wong Engineers, Inc. (TWE) in Houston, TX seeks Certified Construction Materials Testing Technicians to perform quality control inspection and testing of soils, aggregate, and concrete. Roles require field and laboratory testing, with NICET/ACI/TxDOT certifications welcomed and opportunities for annual bonus pay.

Compensation ranges from $18 to $26+ per hour based on qualifications, with vehicle expense compensation and certification-based pay increases. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with sampling or testing of construction materials (soils, concrete, asphalt) and other materials as directed.
• Perform testing of soils materials in the field.
• Perform concrete observation and testing in the field.
• Monitoring construction activities as required per project specifications.
• Perform construction materials testing in the laboratory.
• Assist other technicians or professional staff on routine tasks.
• Abide by quality policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the TWE safety policies and procedures and encourage the improvement of these policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Tolunay-Wong Engineers, Inc.(TWE) is seeking applicants for Certified Construction Materials Testing Technicians for our Houston office. This position involves quality control inspection and testing of various constructionmaterials including soils, aggregate and concrete. All levels of NICET, ACI, TxDotcertifications are acceptable.

COMPENSATION

• $18-$26+ (Based on Qualifications and Experience)
• Annual Bonus Pay
• Pay Increases for Obtaining Certifications
• Vehicle expense compensation

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist with sampling or testing of construction materials (soils, concrete, asphalt) and other materials as directed.
• Perform testing of soils materials in the field.
• Perform concrete observation and testing in the field.
• Monitoring construction activities as required per project specifications.
• Perform construction materials testing in the laboratory.
• Assist other technicians or professional staff on routine tasks.
  • Abide by quality policies and procedures.
  • Adhere to the TWE safety policies and procedures and encourage the improvement of these policies.

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
• 2 Years experience minimum
• 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 l
• ACI- Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• NICET- (Soils, Concrete, Asphalt)
• TXDOT- Soils, Asphalt or other Certifications

BENEFITS

TWE provides its full-time employees with a benefit package that is inclusive of the following:

• Health Insurance with and option for HSA with matching contributions
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance (Individual $50,000 coverage is 100% paid by TWE)
• Guardian Supplemental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Program with up to 4% employer match (eligible after 180 days)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 120 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
• 9 company paid holidays

TWE is an equal opportunity employer.