Senior Field Technician – Construction Materials Testing

Schnabel, Inc.; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

ESOP

Bonus program

401(k) and profit-sharing

Job summary

Schnabel, Inc. in Columbia, SC is seeking a Senior Field Engineering Technician to join our geotechnical and materials testing practice. You will observe construction activities, collect data, and prepare reports, while coordinating with engineers and contractors.

Ideal candidates have strong math and communication skills and a passion for field work. Applicants should have 5+ years of construction experience, a high school diploma or higher, and the ability to obtain required certifications.

Qualifications

• Construction-site experience required; 5+ years preferred.
• High school diploma or higher.
• Ability to pass background and drug screens.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Field observation and documentation of construction activities for structures, roads, parking areas, utilities (especially storm water collection, sanitary sewer, power, communications/internet, and others), retaining walls, and other construction.
• Testing of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, grout, fireproofing, structural steel, and reinforcing steel.
• Collect data, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation
• Perform laboratory soils, aggregate, materials, and concrete testing
• Preparation of reports documenting observations and test results
• Communication with contractors and engineers to discuss observations and test results

Job description

Schnabel, Inc. in Columbia, SC is seeking a Senior Field Engineering Technician to join our geotechnical and materials testing practice. You will observe construction activities, collect data, and prepare reports, while coordinating with engineers and contractors.

Ideal candidates have strong math and communication skills and a passion for field work. Applicants should have 5+ years of construction experience, a high school diploma or higher, and the ability to obtain required certifications.