Materials Testing Technician – Training & Career Growth

Sci-Engineerin; Selma (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Professional Development Assistance

Employee Referral Bonus

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

SCI Engineering seeks a Technician Trainee to learn and perform construction material testing and reporting. The role emphasizes on-site work, timely submissions of reports, and adherence to safety standards in a Texas environment.

As you progress toward Technician I within 3–6 months, you’ll gain hands-on experience with supervision and mentoring, contributing to quality control and project success while balancing overtime and field responsibilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Zero to one year prior experience required; 1 year preferred.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Valid driver’s license and current insurance.
• Must be available for overtime and weekend work.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group settings.
• Basic understanding of smartphones.
• Logical approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Perform various tests and inspections on construction materials.
• Write reports and electronic reports regularly.
• Verbal communication with site and office personnel.
• For more experienced personnel, some supervision and training of less-experienced staff.
• Adhere to strict safety procedures and standards.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading comprehension

Basic arithmetic

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SCI Engineering seeks a Technician Trainee to learn and perform construction material testing and reporting. The role emphasizes on-site work, timely submissions of reports, and adherence to safety standards in a Texas environment.

As you progress toward Technician I within 3–6 months, you’ll gain hands-on experience with supervision and mentoring, contributing to quality control and project success while balancing overtime and field responsibilities.