Materials Testing Technician

Cochran; Union (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Benefits Plan

Generous PTO Plan

Simple IRA with 4% Company Match

Boot and apparel allowance

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Union, Missouri is seeking a Materials Testing Field Technician. Responsibilities include performing tests on construction materials, ensuring quality and compliance with specifications. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience in materials testing and excellent communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years prior experience in materials testing.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing-Grad I certification preferred.
• Ability to operate handheld tablets.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on construction materials like concrete and soil.
• Observe storm and sanitary structures during testing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to read blueprints

Job description

Overview

Cochran is a growing civil engineering, construction testing, and land surveying firm with 7 offices in Missouri. Cochran specializes in public and private projects including municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design. With a team of 100+ professionals across multiple offices, Cochran brings unique knowledge and understanding to each client's project. The firm is guided by its core values of teamwork, excellence, quality, and trust, ensuring outstanding customer service and principal involvement in all project phases. Cochran\'s Union, Missouri location is looking for a Materials Testing Field Technician to join our team. Salary range: $50,000.00-$65,000.00 per year.

Responsibilities

• Perform or assist in field tests and observations of construction materials, including concrete, soil, asphalt, and aggregate.
• Observe storm and sanitary structures and pipe bedding procedures as part of field testing activities.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years prior experience, preferred
• ACI Concrete Field Testing-Grad I, preferred
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to read blueprints and construction documents
• Ability to operate and navigate handheld tablets or other technical devices
• Willing to be a team player and assist with any tasks assigned

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in field environments in all types of weather/conditions
• Ability to lift and move up to 75 lbs

Benefits

• Competitive Salary, commensurate with experience
• 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability Insurance for employee, plus company deductible assistance
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• Generous PTO Plan and 7 major holidays
• Simple IRA with 4% Company Match
• Boot and apparel allowance