Night-Shift ACI Materials Testing Technician I

Building & Earth Sciences, Inc; Summerdale (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Group Short Term Disability and Life

Job summary

Building & Earth Sciences, Inc. seeks a Construction Materials Testing Technician - Level I to perform field testing of soil, concrete, grout, mortar and asphalt on assigned projects. The role requires knowledge of specifications, clear communication of results, and daily reporting.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 months of experience, an ACI Field Testing Technician Level I certification, and willingness to work night shifts and weekends with a valid driver’s license in Alabama.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of sample preparation, collection & testing, field observations, and documentation of construction activities.
• Must pass relevant tests and/or achieve valid signatures.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate and confidential test records and to prepare easily understandable reports for documentation.
• Skilled in the use of computers and common software applications.
• Ability to learn company specific software and programs.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety.
• Ability to be trained and to follow directions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to dress, speak and act professionally & appropriately.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations, multiple priorities and hectic schedules calmly and courteously.
• Ability to work ethically, honestly and safely at all times.

Responsibilities

• Receive, understand and execute written and verbal directions.
• Review specifications for civil and structural plans and identify sections applicable to the scope of work.
• Perform tests, general construction inspections and observations according to project requirements with some supervision.
• Submit daily field reports to document testing, inspections and field observations.
• Document and communicate non-conforming items to designated project supervision.
• Clean, maintain and calibrate all assigned equipment according to applicable codes and standards.
• Transport, operate and care for a nuclear density gauge as assigned, meeting all safety, care and maintenance guidelines as outlined in the Radiation Safety Program Policy.
• Understanding of Proctor Compaction Test and USCS Soil Classification.
• Trained & demonstrated competency in One-Point Proctor testing in the field. Must be validated.

Skills

Field observations

Sample preparation

Documentation

Communication

Safety awareness

Testing

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level I Certification

Portable Nuclear Gauge Safety Training Certification

Understanding of Proctor Compaction Test and USCS Soil Classification

Job description

Building & Earth Sciences, Inc. seeks a Construction Materials Testing Technician - Level I to perform field testing of soil, concrete, grout, mortar and asphalt on assigned projects. The role requires knowledge of specifications, clear communication of results, and daily reporting.

The ideal candidate has at least 6 months of experience, an ACI Field Testing Technician Level I certification, and willingness to work night shifts and weekends with a valid driver’s license in Alabama.