Field Technician Reno NV

Certerra Southwest; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Certerra Southwest has an immediate opening for a full-time Construction Materials Testing/ Field Tech Inspector in our Reno, NV office. Applicants should have a background in testing and inspection of soils, concrete, and asphalt, with strong report writing and computer skills.

Responsibilities include field/lab testing, maintaining certifications, and coordinating with clients and engineers. Valid driver’s license required; relocation not specified.

Qualifications

• Educational or professional background in construction inspection services.
• Experience evaluating soils, concrete, and asphalt is a plus.
• Report writing and computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Field and laboratory testing of construction materials.
• Maintaining required certifications.
• Travel to client facilities as needed.
• Provide clear documentation of findings and results.
• Communicate information to Project Manager and team.

Skills

Field testing

Report writing

Computer skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Salary Range: $25.00 To $30.00 Hourly

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.

Certerra is a consulting 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/Insight Group family, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects with opportunities for growth and leadership. This is the perfect time to join Certerra.

Job Summary:

Certerra has an immediate opening for a full-time Construction Materials Testing/ Field Tech Inspector in our Reno, NV office.

Duties:

As part of an experienced team, you will apply your testing and inspection capabilities to a variety of projects. Applicants shall have an educational or professional background in construction inspection services and have experience evaluating soils, concrete, and asphalt, as they relate to site construction. Report writing and computer skills are required. Experience in airfield pavement construction, landfill construction quality control/assurance is a plus.

Requirements, Testing, and Inspection responsibilities include:

• Field and laboratory testing of construction materials.
• Maintaining required certifications
• Ability to lift 40-50 pounds
• 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:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Certifications/Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License (Required)
• ACI Certifications (Preferred but not required)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.