Field Materials Testing Technician I (Night Shifts)

Building & Earth Sciences, Inc; North Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

FSA

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Job summary

Building & Earth Sciences, Inc. is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Technician - Level I in Arkansas to support field testing on active projects. You will perform tests and observations for soil, concrete, grout, mortar and asphalt, document results, and assist with field reports.

Requirements include 6 months of experience and an ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level I Certification, plus valid Nuclear Gauge safety training. Night shifts and weekend work are possible.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of sample preparation, collection & testing, field observations, and documentation of construction activities.
• Must pass relevant tests and/or achieve valid signatures.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate and confidential test records and to prepare easily understandable reports for documentation.
• Skilled in the use of computers and common software applications.
• Ability to learn company specific software and programs.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety.
• Ability to be trained and to follow directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to dress, speak and act professionally & appropriately.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations, multiple priorities and hectic schedules calmly and courteously.
• Ability to work ethically, honestly and safely at all times.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety

Responsibilities

• Receive, understand and execute written and verbal directions
• Review specifications for civil and structural plans and identify sections applicable to thescope of work
• Perform tests, general construction inspections and observations according to project requirements with some supervision.
• Submit daily field reports to document testing, inspections and field observations
• Document and communicate non-conforming items to designated project supervision
• Clean, maintain and calibrate all assigned equipment according to applicable codes andstandards
• Transport, operate and care for a nuclear density gauge as assigned, meeting all safety, care and maintenance guidelines as outlined in the Radiation Safety Program Policy.
• Understanding of Proctor Compaction Test and USCS Soil Classification.
• Trained & demonstrated competency in One-Point Proctor testing in the field. Must be validated.

Skills

Field testing

Documentation

Communication

Safety protocols

Computer skills

Driver's license

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level I

Portable Nuclear Gauge Safety Training

USCS Soil Classification knowledge

Tools

Nuclear density gauge

Job description

Building & Earth Sciences, Inc. is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Technician - Level I in Arkansas to support field testing on active projects. You will perform tests and observations for soil, concrete, grout, mortar and asphalt, document results, and assist with field reports.

Requirements include 6 months of experience and an ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level I Certification, plus valid Nuclear Gauge safety training. Night shifts and weekend work are possible.