Materials Testing Technician – Field & Lab

Gessner Engineering LLC; Brenham (TX); On-site; USD 20,536 - 29,249; Full time

Job summary

Gessner Engineering is hiring CoMET Technicians in Brenham, TX to perform field and laboratory testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt. You will collect samples, run tests, and prepare reports, supporting concrete and materials testing services for client projects.

The role is full-time and based on site in Brenham, with training on safety procedures and equipment operation. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 70 lbs are required; relevant ACI certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record for the past 3 years is required.
• Preferred certifications include: ACI Concrete Field-Testing, ACI Concrete Strength Testing, ACI Aggregate Testing, SB 101, SB 102, SB 201.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor on construction sites.
• Perform field inspection and testing.
• Field Concrete Testing: Slump, Air Content, Cast Compressive Strength Specimens.
• Field Density of In-Place compacted soils.
• Conduct Reinforcing Steel Observations.
• Conduct Proof Roll Observations.
• Laboratory testing of soils, aggregate and asphalt.
• Prepare daily reports and documentation of field activities in electronic format.
• Maintain a clean work area and handle materials.
• Load and unload trucks, haul and hoist materials.
• Ensure proper PPE is worn on job sites and communicate issues to management.
• Possess the ability to read and understand procedures.
• Safely operate Gessner Engineering vehicles on road and job sites.
• Maintain company equipment and vehicles in line with guidelines.
• Perform logging and packaging of soil samples.
• Assist Drilling team with augers and sampling tools.
• Communicate job site conditions with team and engineering teams as needed.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Physical strength

Team collaboration

Initiative

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Gessner Engineering is hiring CoMET Technicians in Brenham, TX to perform field and laboratory testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt. You will collect samples, run tests, and prepare reports, supporting concrete and materials testing services for client projects.

The role is full-time and based on site in Brenham, with training on safety procedures and equipment operation. A valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 70 lbs are required; relevant ACI certifications are preferred.