Independent Contractor - Materials Testing Project Representative

The Thrasher Group; Bridgeport (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

The Thrasher Group in West Virginia seeks a Material Testing Project Representative as an independent contractor to support construction projects across Mason County. This field-focused role requires performing sampling and field tests on concrete, asphalt, aggregate and soil, interpreting plans, and reporting findings clearly.

Candidates should have material testing experience, OSHA 10/First Aid/CPR certifications, ACI or WVDOH certifications, and the ability to operate as a self-employed

Qualifications

• Material testing experience is required.
• OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR certifications are highly desirable.
• ACI or WVDOH testing certifications are highly valuable.
• Ability to provide proof of independent contractor status as required by contract.

Responsibilities

• Perform sampling and field testing on construction materials including concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and soil.
• Interpret civil construction plans and specifications.
• Adapt to varying project locations on a daily basis.
• Communicate findings effectively through clear, accurate written reports.
• Maintain current certification courses to continuously build skills and knowledge.
• Accommodate periodic out-of-town project stays as needed.

Skills

Material testing experience

OSHA 10

First Aid

CPR certifications

ACI WVDOH certifications

Independent contractor status proof

Job description

About Thrasher

The Thrasher Group has been improving the communities where we live and work since 1983 – not as outside consultants, but as residents and neighbors. Thrasher is the largest privately owned architecture, engineering, and surveying firm in West Virginia, and maintains a growing presence in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. Our roots throughout central Appalachia and the Mid-Atlantic region have allowed us to build a reputation for doing meaningful work for communities of all sizes.

About Thrasher

The Thrasher Group has been improving the communities where we live and work since 1983 – not as outside consultants, but as residents and neighbors. Thrasher is the largest privately owned architecture, engineering, and surveying firm in West Virginia, and maintains a growing presence in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Virginia. Our roots throughout central Appalachia and the Mid-Atlantic region have allowed us to build a reputation for doing meaningful work for communities of all sizes.

What does this mean for you? Thrasher provides real opportunities to be part of vital projects, take on real-world responsibility, and work alongside an array of industry professionals across the full life cycle of a project. We partner with independent contractors who bring specialized skills and want the flexibility to manage their own schedule and workload while contributing to meaningful, community-focused work.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Material Testing Project Representative to support our construction projects in Mason County, West Virginia as an independent contractor (1099). This is a field-focused role that is central to the quality and success of our work, and a great fit for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants the flexibility of contract-based work.

ENGAGEMENT TYPE

This is a 1099 independent contractor position, not an employee role. As an independent contractor, you will:

• Operate as your own business entity, responsible for your own tax filings, insurance, and equipment
• Be engaged on a per-project or per-assignment basis, with compensation set out in your contractor agreement
• Provide your own means of transportation between project sites unless otherwise negotiated
• Not be eligible for Thrasher's employee benefits programs (health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, etc.), consistent with independent contractor status

Key Responsibilities

• Perform sampling and field testing on construction materials including concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and soil
• Interpret civil construction plans and specifications
• Adapt to varying project locations on a daily basis
• Communicate findings effectively through clear, accurate written reports
• Maintain current certification courses to continuously build skills and technical knowledge
• Accommodate periodic out-of-town project stays as needed

What You'll Bring

Experience: Material testing experience highly desirable Safety certifications: OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR certifications highly desirable technical certifications: ACI or WVDOH testing certifications highly valuable Business requirements: Ability to provide proof of independent contractor status (e.g., business license, general liability insurance) as required by contract

Compensation & Contract Terms

Compensation is paid per the terms of your independent contractor agreement (e.g., per project, per day, or per assignment) and is reported annually via Form 1099-NEC. Contractors are responsible for their own income tax withholding, including self-employment tax, and for maintaining any required licenses or insurance.

Pre-engagement drug screening and background checks required. Must be authorized to work in the United States.