ICC Special Inspector / Construction Materials Testing Technician

B2Z Engineering, LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Overtime opportunities

Certification support

Job summary

B2Z Engineering, LLC is seeking an ICC Special Inspector / Construction Materials Testing Technician to support projects across the Greater San Antonio area. The role requires performing field testing and inspections, with opportunities to advance as you gain certifications.

Eligible candidates may hold ICC Soils and Reinforced Concrete Inspector credentials plus ACI Field Testing Technician Grade I; a Texas driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Previous construction materials testing or special inspection experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications.
• Strong field judgment, written documentation, and professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing of soils, compacted fill, and concrete.
• Conduct special inspections within your certifications (soils and reinforced concrete).
• Review plans, specifications, and testing requirements before field assignments.
• Document observations, test results, and potential deficiencies in electronic reports.
• Communicate findings promptly to project managers, engineers, clients.
• Maintain testing equipment and follow calibration and safety procedures.
• Support other field or laboratory testing as needed.

Skills

Field testing

Written documentation

Professional communication

Reading plans & specs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description ICC Special Inspector / Construction Materials Testing Technician Location: Greater San Antonio Area, TX Job type: Full-time Pay: $28-$40 per hour, based on experience and certifications Sign-on bonus: Up to $5,000 for qualified candidates Overtime: Available based on project needs

B2Z Engineering is hiring an experienced ICC Special Inspector / Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician to support projects throughout the Greater San Antonio area.

This role is a good fit for someone who can work independently in the field, produce accurate reports, and communicate professionally with contractors, engineers, and clients.

Candidates with both ICC Soils Special Inspector and ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector certifications will receive strong preference.

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification is also highly valued.

What You’ll Do

• Perform field testing of soils, compacted fill, and concrete.
• Conduct special inspections within your certifications, including soils and reinforced concrete inspections.
• Review plans, specifications, and testing requirements before field assignments.
• Document observations, test results, and potential deficiencies in accurate, timely electronic reports.
• Communicate findings promptly to project managers, engineers, contractors, and client representatives.
• Maintain assigned testing equipment and follow calibration and safety procedures.
• Support other field or laboratory testing as project needs require.

Qualifications

• Previous construction materials testing or special inspection experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read construction plans and specifications.
• Strong field judgment, written documentation, and professional communication skills.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work outdoors, handle testing equipment safely, and travel to project sites throughout the Greater San Antonio area.
• Availability for early starts, extended shifts, and occasional nights or weekends based on construction schedules.

Preferred Certifications

Highest preference will be given to candidates holding:

• ICC Soils Special Inspector
• ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I

Candidates with both ICC Soils and ICC Reinforced Concrete certifications are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional certifications that are considered a plus include:

• ICC Structural Masonry Special Inspector
• ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector
• ICC Structural Welding Special Inspector
• ICC Spray Applied Fireproofing Special Inspector
• ICC Firestopping certification
• NICET Construction Materials Testing certifications
• TxDOT materials testing certifications
• Nuclear Density Gauge certification
• AWS or other applicable inspection certifications

What B2Z Offers

• $28-$40 per hour, based on qualifications.
• A sign-on bonus of up to $5,000 for qualified candidates, with terms included in the employment offer.
• Overtime opportunities based on project workload.
• Benefits and paid support for additional industry certifications.
• Opportunities to work on a range of commercial, transportation, infrastructure, and municipal projects.
• Potential to grow into senior inspection, lead technician, or project coordination responsibilities as our San Antonio operation expands.

Company Description

B2Z Engineering, LLC is a civil engineering firm supporting construction and infrastructure projects across Texas. Our teams work in engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and construction oversight. We value dependable people, quality work, and clear communication, and we support employees as they develop their skills and take on new responsibilities.

B2Z Engineering, LLC is a civil engineering firm supporting construction and infrastructure projects across Texas. Our teams work in engineering, construction materials testing, special inspections, and construction oversight. We value dependable people, quality work, and clear communication, and we support employees as they develop their skills and take on new responsibilities.