Field Materials Testing Technician – Soils & Concrete

Froehling-; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group medical insurance

Career growth and advancement

Paid time off

Company holidays

Disability coverage

401K retirement

Company cell phone + tablet

Company vehicle for travel

Job summary

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) seeks a Construction Materials Testing Field Technician to travel to construction sites, perform basic soil and concrete tests, and document results in real time on mobile devices under supervision.

You will generate detailed field reports, assist with laboratory tests, evaluate subgrade conditions, and communicate findings to clients and engineers. A high school diploma and prior field experience are preferred; certifications such as ACI Level I are a plus.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Prior construction or field testing experience preferred.
• ACI Level I Concrete, State DOT, WACEL, or ICC certifications in soils, reinforced concrete, and masonry are a plus.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently and within teams to achieve goals.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, safety rules, operating instructions and manuals.
• A problem solver who can deal with a variety of variables at once.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to apply basic mathematical formulas to calculate quantities and inspect work.

Responsibilities

• Perform field materials testing of soil, asphalt, masonry and concrete.
• Prepare detailed field reports with test results and observations.
• Perform laboratory tests on soil and concrete and prepare reports.
• Evaluate site and subgrade conditions on construction projects and provide recommendations.
• Communicate with clients, contractors, and staff regarding construction issues.

Skills

Field testing

Soil testing

Concrete testing

Report writing

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) seeks a Construction Materials Testing Field Technician to travel to construction sites, perform basic soil and concrete tests, and document results in real time on mobile devices under supervision.

You will generate detailed field reports, assist with laboratory tests, evaluate subgrade conditions, and communicate findings to clients and engineers. A high school diploma and prior field experience are preferred; certifications such as ACI Level I are a plus.