Construction Materials Testing Technician-Houston TX

Certerra; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off and Sick Time

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

CERTERRA South is seeking a full-time Field (level 1) Construction Materials Testing technician in Houston, TX. The role involves field and lab testing, travel to client sites, and documentation of findings as part of a collaborative team handling geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering projects.

The position emphasizes safety, certifications, and the ability to work in a fast-paced consulting environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong safety focus and attention to detail.
• Excellent plan reading skills.
• Ability to pass an extensive background and drug screen.
• Flexibility to work extended or non-traditional hours as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• State DOT certifications and/or NICET certifications; willing to get within 1 year.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification; willing to get within 1 year.
• 2–5+ years of construction materials testing experience (preferred).
• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Training Available.

Responsibilities

• Field and laboratory testing of construction materials.
• Maintaining required certifications.
• Coordinating with clients and Certerra/Insight Group engineering and professional staff.
• Travel to client facilities as needed.
• Report writing and computer skills.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before submission to Project Manager.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
• Assists higher level technicians on complex tasks.
• Maintains equipment and related calibration.
• Follows safety rules and practices for all projects.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Skills

Safety focus

Plan reading

Math aptitude

Verbal communication

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CERTERRA (formerly RMA Companies) is a growing national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, for project delivery, and engineered solutions for asset management. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve.

We are a national firm with a global reach serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms.

With a 60-year history, CERTERRA has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities, and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients.

Job Summary

Certerra South as an immediate opening for a full-time Field (level 1) Construction Materials Testing (CMT) technician in Houston, Texas. The position is best suited for someone interested in working in a fast-paced consultant environment, does not mind some travel, and capable of effectively working as part of a collaborative team.

Certerra South, LLC. is a firm focused on building a highly skilled, collaborative team to provide innovative geotechnical, environmental and construction materials engineering services. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in the engineering field as part of a team that values collaboration and initiative.

As a part of the Certerra-South family, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects with opportunities for growth and leadership.

Duties

• Field and laboratory testing of construction materials.
• Maintaining required certifications
• Coordinating with clients and Certerra/Insight Group engineering and professional state.
• Travel to client facilities as needed
• Report writing and computer skills
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
• Assists higher level technicians on complex tasks.
• Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Education/Qualifications

• A strong safety focus and attention to detail
• Excellent plan reading skills
• A demonstrated math and technical aptitude
• Ability to pass an extensive background and drug screen
• Flexibility to work extended or non-traditional hours as needed
• Excellent Verbal and written communication skills
• State DOT certifications, and/or NICET certifications
• ICC Concrete and Soils Certifications preferred or must be willing to get within 1 year
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification - must be willing to get within 1 year
• 2-5+ years of construction materials testing experience (preferred)
• A High School diploma or equivalent
• A valid driver’s license
• Training Available

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, standing, and walking as needed during safety inspections and training sessions.
• The ability to lift 50-75 pounds
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Paid time off as well as accrued Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holiday’s

Houston Texas Orange Beaumont Bridge City Orangefield Pinehurst

This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions