Senior Traveling Construction Material Testing Technician

Braun Intertec; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a lead Construction Materials Technician, where your expertise will drive the success of large commercial and industrial projects. This traveling role offers a unique opportunity to work on-site across the US, performing essential inspections and testing of construction materials to ensure compliance with plans and specifications. You'll be leading a dedicated team, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating closely with project engineers and clients. With a commitment to professional growth and a competitive benefits package, this position is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments and are eager to make a significant impact in the construction industry.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of construction materials testing and observation experience.
• Strong initiative and self-motivation with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and observations on large commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Lead a team of technicians and prepare daily reports on observation activities.

Skills

Technical expertise in electronic field data collection

Excellent plan reading skills

High attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Proficient in MS Office

iPad experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

iPad

Job description

Braun Intertec is seeking an experienced lead Construction Materials Technician to join our team. This is a traveling position working on large commercial and industrial projects throughout our geographic footprint.

We are searching for individuals who are dependable, flexible and enjoy being a part of and leading a team. This individual should have strong initiative and self-motivation, and be able to perform routine to complex inspection and testing of construction materials in the field in order to verify conformance to construction plans and specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Perform testing and observations on large commercial and industrial construction projects
• Prepare daily reports on observation activities
• Review observation and test data for accuracy and completeness
• Assist with training and mentoring of junior staff as needed
• Lead a team of technicians on large projects
• Work with project engineers and clients to ensure that client specifications are followed

Required Skills:

• A valid driver's license and a good driving history required
• Ability to travel extensively, will work at project sites throughout the US
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends as required
• Previous large commercial or industrial project experience preferred
• Technical expertise in electronic field data collection
• Excellent plan reading skills
• High attention to detail
• Understanding and experience with performing Special Inspections
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in MS Office including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• iPad experience a plus
• Ability to lift 50 pounds

Required Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2-5 years of construction materials testing and observation experience

Minimum Certifications:

• ICC Soils Special Inspector
• ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
• ICC Structural Masonry Special Inspector
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician I

Preferred Certifications:

• ACI Concrete Strength I
• ICC Pre-stressed Concrete Special Inspector
• Nuclear Gauge / Radiation Safety

Braun Intertec is a Drug-Free Workplace and requires all new hires to complete a pre-employment drug screen test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report.

Braun Intertec employees are encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.

Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, PTO, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and paid holidays.

Compensation Range: $52,800.00 - $79,200.00

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.