Entry Level-Materials Testing Technician-Gray, ME

S. W. Cole Engineering, Inc.; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

PTO & Holidays

401k with match

Disability & Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Safety boots program

Job summary

S. W. Cole Engineering, Inc.

in Gray, Maine, is seeking an Entry Level Materials Testing Technician to perform field tests on construction materials and support lab work throughout southern and western Maine. The role involves travel to job sites, potential overtime, and learning to read plans and specifications. Expect to work Monday–Friday with occasional weekends; safety and accuracy are emphasized, with opportunities for career development and certifications as you gain experience in the

Qualifications

• Basic math skills for field measurements.
• Ability to record observations and test results clearly.
• Willingness to pursue industry certifications as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform field tests on materials such as concrete, soil, aggregate, asphalt, grout, mortar, and steel.
• Travel to construction sites; work outdoors with potential early mornings and overtime.
• Assist in the laboratory and participate in certification training as required.

Job description

Job Title & Location

We have an immediate opening for a full time, Entry Level, Materials Testing Technician to be based at our Gray, Maine office and work on construction projects throughout southern and western Maine.

Job Details

You will typically be working Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work based on project needs. You can expect some early mornings and late evenings with regular overtime during the construction season. Most days you will drive to construction sites and perform field tests on materials like concrete, soil, aggregate, asphalt, grout, mortar, and steel.

You will often be the only S.W.COLE team member on job sites but you will interact with many people from other companies. The work can be physical at times: you will lift and carry samples of various construction materials including soil and concrete, walk through construction sites, or push a wheelbarrow.

We complete this type of work year-round. Safely conducting yourself and the equipment we entrust to you is a must. S.W.COLE prioritizes and invests in the safety of its Team members, so you will be provided with what you need to be safe on job sites including safety-toe boots.

To perform this job you will need to do some basic math and write or type your observations and test results, and regularly utilize a computer or tablet. Along the way you will learn to read and understand design plans and specifications. When you’re not in the field you will work in our laboratory or be training for more certifications.

Core Values

Our core values are leadership, commitment, integrity and quality. We work as a team with a passion for construction whose focus is to provide high quality services to our clients while helping each other reach our goals.

Training & Development

We provide opportunities for extensive training and job experience to develop your skills and expertise and support your professional development to help you earn industry specific certifications. We also offer opportunities to fuel your growth and advancement in the company including an internal leadership development program, Stephen W. Cole Emerging Leaders Program.

Benefits

Eligibility, Includes

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
• 8 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrued each week (start with 3 weeks accrual per year)
• Paid short and long term disability and basic life insurance
• 401k with employer match and profit sharing
• Voluntary life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident protection plans
• Mobile phone stipend
• Tuition reimbursement
• Safety toe shoe program and an allowance to use at our company clothing store

Travel Options

We have three options for traveling between our office and job sites for field based team members: 1) Use your own suitable vehicle and we compensate you for your mileage. 2) Use one of our company trucks. 3) Join our Company Vehicle Program, which includes an allotment for personal use.

Requirements

You must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer. We are not able to sponsor employment Visas at this time.

S. W. Cole Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled