Engineering Technician

Qualified Professional & Technical (QPT) - A division of Qualified Staffing; Glen Allen (VA); In loco; USD 23.000 - 36.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Qualified Professional and Technical is seeking an Engineering Technician for field testing and inspections in Central Virginia. You will support geotechnical investigations, residential foundation checks, and commercial materials testing, working on active construction sites from Glen Allen to the surrounding area.

This hands-on role emphasizes learning procedures, documenting results, and collaborating with project managers and engineers to ensure compliance with testing standards and safety

Competenze

• Entry-level to one year of experience in construction materials testing or related construction work.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license with a positive driving record.
• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 80 pounds.

Mansioni

• Perform field testing of construction materials including concrete, soils, and masonry.
• Support engineering soil studies and residential foundation and footing inspections.
• Assist with laboratory testing of soils and concrete as needed.
• Document field observations, test results, and daily reports.
• Communicate professionally with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Follow established testing procedures, safety requirements, and company standards.

Conoscenze

Basic math

Safety procedures

Fieldwork

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Strumenti

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Engineering Technician (Construction Materials Testing & Inspections)

Direct Hire - Glen Allen, VA

Salary: $17-26/hr.

Position Overview: Seeking an Engineering Technician to support geotechnical engineering investigations, residential foundation and footing inspections, and commercial construction materials testing. This is a field-based position focused on third-party and special inspections on active construction sites throughout Central Virginia. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys hands‑on work, learning technical procedures, and working as part of a professional inspection and testing team.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing of construction materials including concrete, soils, and masonry
• Support engineering soil studies and residential foundation and footing inspections
• Assist with laboratory testing of soils and concrete as needed
• Accurately document field observations, test results, and daily reports
• Communicate professionally with project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients
• Follow established testing procedures, safety requirements, and company standards

Qualifications

• Entry-level to one year of experience in construction materials testing or related construction work
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license with a positive driving record
• Ability to lift and handle materials weighing up to 80 pounds
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous construction or inspection-related field experience
• Exposure to reading construction plans and specifications
• Familiarity with field documentation and report writing