Construction Materials Testing Technician - Baton Rouge

Tetra Tech; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. in Baton Rouge, LA, seeks a Construction Materials Testing Technician to perform sampling and testing of soils, concrete, and related materials on construction projects across Southeast Louisiana.

The role involves 80–90% fieldwork with manual handling up to 50 lbs, weekend/overtime availability, and the possibility of out-of-town assignments. NICET/ACI certifications and US work authorization are preferred; local candidates only.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• NICET and ACI certifications preferred.
• Radiation Safety - Nuclear Density Gauge training a plus.
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 lbs and work weekends/overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling/testing and observation/inspection of soils, concrete, and other materials on construction projects.
• Primarily field-based work (80–90%); travel within Southeast Louisiana as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NICET Certification

ACI Certification

Radiation Safety - Nuclear Density Gauge training

Job description

Construction Materials Testing Technician - Baton Rouge (Finance)

Ardaman & Associates, Inc. is one of the largest geotechnical engineering and materials testing consulting firms in the southeastern U.S. Over our history, we have worked on more than 150,000 projects throughout the Southeast, the U.S., and worldwide. This vast list of project experience includes services for virtually every type of public and private client associated with industrial, commercial and infrastructure projects.

Ardaman has the following opportunity available in Baton Rouge, Louisiana:

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING TECHNICIAN

Full time position performing sampling/testing and observation/inspection of soils, concrete, and other materials on construction projects throughout our Southeast Louisiana service area. Typical duties require 80 to 90 percent of time be spent performing tasks at field locations.

Qualifications

Earthwork and concrete construction and CMT laboratory soil, aggregate and concrete testing preferred but not required. NICET Certification, ACI Certification and Radiation Safety - Nuclear Density Gauge training a plus. Requirements include: Able to lift, carry, push, and pull equipment weighing up to 50 lbs; a safe driving record; willing to work weekends and overtime as required; willing to work on out of town assignments as required; authorization to work in the United States; and a High School Diploma or equivalent. Also, must have a good attitude, attention to detail, and able to get along well with others. Local candidates preferred; no relocation.

We offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and much more.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Ardaman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, who is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. Ardaman is a Drug Free Workplace.

Additional Information

• Organization: 113 AAI