Special Inspections Technician II

BUNNELL LAMMONS ENGINEERING; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with partial company matching

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Company vehicle/gas card

Education reimbursement program

Job summary

BUNNELL LAMMONS ENGINEERING is seeking a Special Inspections Technician II (SIT II) to join their team in Asheville, North Carolina. The position requires performing inspections and sampling services under the supervision of a registered engineer, ensuring quality assurance across construction projects.

Ideal candidates must have active certifications, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work outdoors in varied weather conditions. Benefits include 401(k) matching, paid leave, and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in construction materials testing or 5+ years of equivalent experience.
• Valid Driver's License with clean driving history.
• Physical ability to lift 70-85 pounds and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection or sampling services under professional engineer supervision.
• Collect materials for testing and monitor contractor activities.
• Prepare reports including test results and site observations.

Skills

Knowledge of construction materials testing services

Effective communication skills

Detail-oriented

Basic knowledge of MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Active ACI-1 Concrete certification

Active ICC Soils certification

Job description

Position Overview

As a Special Inspections Technician II (SIT II) for Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, Inc. (BLE), you will work under the immediate supervision/direction of a registered professional engineer. You will work as a team member alongside site managers and engineers to perform the required inspection or sampling services. Special Inspections Technicians play a critical role in the quality assurance for every construction project no matter how large or small. They actively collect concrete, soil, and other site materials for testing along with continuous monitoring of general contractor activities, which may include but are not limited to onsite testing and reporting of earthwork and soil construction, foundation/subgrade evaluation, reinforcing steel, concrete placements, masonry as well as asphalt testing. They are also responsible for accurately preparing daily reports for submission to the assigned project engineer. These reports not only include test results summary, but detailed construction site observations as well.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspection or sampling services under the supervision of a professional engineer.
• Collect concrete, soil, and other site materials for testing.
• Monitor general contractor activities including earthwork, soil construction, foundation/subgrade evaluation, reinforcing steel, concrete placements, masonry and asphalt testing.
• Prepare daily reports for submission to the assigned project engineer, including test results summary and site observations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• High School Diploma or General Education (GED).
• 2-5 years of experience demonstrating knowledge of construction materials testing services. OR more than 5 years’ experience in lieu of certifications and exhibits skills appropriate for this technician level.
• Must have the following two active certifications: ACI-1 Concrete and ICC Soils (or SCDOT/NCDOT Earthwork).
• Ability to obtain and/or recertify for one of the following certifications within three months of employment: ICC Reinforced Concrete or ICC Masonry, plus one additional industry certification (e.g., fireproofing) based on manager discretion.
• Valid Driver's License with a clean motor vehicle driving history (3 years).
• Physical ability to stand, walk, kneel, stoop, bend, lift (70-85 pounds), tug and pull full wheelbarrow of concrete on unstable, unpaved ground.
• Ability to work outdoors on a construction site in all seasons and weather conditions for extended periods, including early AM concrete placements.
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently while completing scheduled tasks.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with team members, BLE leadership, clients, and local, state, and federal authorities.
• Detail‑oriented and time‑conscious in completing tasks.
• Basic knowledge of smartphones and computers for communication and record keeping (MS Office applications Word, Excel, and Outlook).

Benefits

• 401(k) with partial company matching.
• Life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Paid vacation.
• Paid sick leave.
• Company vehicle/gas card (restrictions apply).
• Time and a half overtime pay.
• 100% of travel expenses are covered by BLE.
• Education reimbursement program (conditions apply).
• Employee referral program.

Location

Weaverville, Fletcher, Asheville, Brevard, Marion, and Waynesville, NC area(s)

Reports To

Department Manager / Group Leader

Employment Status

Full‑time, Non‑Exempt

Notice to Applicants

Background checks are conducted as part of any conditional offer made, including (but not limited to role dependent) education, professional registration, employment, references, and global watchlist screening.

Applicant Considerations

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and be able to interview on site where the position is located.