Senior Construction Materials Testing Technician

Advance Testing Company, Inc.; Village of East Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Comprehensive group medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off and sick days

Opportunities for professional growth

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

A northeastern construction materials testing firm is seeking a Senior Construction Materials Testing Technician in East Syracuse, NY. The role includes overseeing compliance with specifications, conducting materials testing, and maintaining detailed records. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and 1+ years of experience in the field. A focus on safety practices and the ability to travel to job sites are essential. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, along with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in construction materials testing required.
• Certifications including OSHA 10 or 30, Nuclear Density Certification required.
• Additional certifications in construction technology preferred.
• Nuclear Density Certification or equivalent.
• Must be able to travel and perform site visits.
• Valid, clean driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Observe work in progress and ensure compliance to specifications.
• Perform testing and prepare samples for lab testing.
• Maintain daily logs and prepare accurate reports.
• Examine workmanship for conformity to specifications.
• Maintain daily log and prepare accurate reports.
• Prepare sketches correlating testing sites.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safe work practices

Ability to work independently

Valid, clean driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Advance Testing Company, a SOCOTEC Company, is currently seeking a Senior Construction Materials Testing Technician. The position would be based out of Advance Testing's East Syracuse, NY office. Advance Testing Company is an established New York-based construction materials testing and inspection firm with several offices throughout the Northeast.

Advance Testing Company performs testing and inspection of materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, asphalt, fireproofing and firestopping. Typical assignments include projects related to construction of roads, bridges, airports, tunnels, commercial and industrial buildings, schools, government and military sites, and material fabrication and production facilities.

Responsibilities

• Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures and materials used conform to approved drawings and specifications.
• Perform standard testing of materials.
• Prepare samples of materials for laboratory testing.
• Examine workmanship of installations for conformity to specifications.
• Maintain daily log of construction and inspection activities and complete clear, accurate reports daily.
• Prepare sketches of construction installations that correlate with testing and inspection sites.
• Other related duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of construction materials testing
• OSHA 10 or 30
• Nuclear Density Certification
• At least one of the following:
• ACI Field 1
• NETTCP soils & aggregate or similar
• NETTCP Plant
• NETTCP Paving
• NYS QCQA
• NYS Density Testing Inspector
• NECETP Field
• NECETP Plant 1 or 2
• NJSAT Construction Technologist
• NJSAT Plant 1 or 2
• Strong focus on safe work practices and adherence to all safety protocols
• Must be detail oriented and able to work independently
• Must be able to travel and to perform site visits
• Requires a valid, clean driver’s license
• Applicants may be required to obtain any security clearances and background confirmation for sensitive projects and locations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, prescription, dental, vision
• Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and dependent care
• Company paid offset to out-of-pocket health insurance and prescription costs
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off and sick days
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Paid training and certification
• AFLAC Plans including short and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, et al.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

All positions may require lifting and/or physical activities, including lifting of up to 75 lbs., walking/working on uneven surfaces, and driving to and from job sites. Work hours vary, but may include day, night and weekend shifts.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and highly encourage resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected class.

Advance Testing Company, Inc. participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.