Geotechnical Field Technician — Construction QA

NV5, Inc.; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401(k)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

NV5, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician for their Roanoke, VA location, responsible for monitoring construction site activities and performing testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt materials. The role involves a range of responsibilities including various sampling tests and adhering to strong work ethics.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k), alongside professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Will train employees without work experience; prefer candidates with some construction-related work history.
• Qualified candidates should have basic math and writing skills.
• Strong work ethics and the ability to work as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Perform In-Place Density Tests using nuclear density gauge, drive sleeve, or sand cone method.
• Perform aggregate sampling, concrete/grout/masonry sampling.
• Conduct asphalt sampling, backscatter tests, and coring.

Skills

Construction-related work history

Basic math skills

Basic writing skills

Strong work ethics

Team player

Education

VDOT Soils and Aggregate Compaction or NICET Construction Materials Testing Level II certification

Job description

NV5, Inc. is seeking an Engineering Technician for their Roanoke, VA location, responsible for monitoring construction site activities and performing testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt materials. The role involves a range of responsibilities including various sampling tests and adhering to strong work ethics.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, and 401(k), alongside professional development opportunities.