Technical Services Field Testing Technician (Austin)

Texas Materials Group, Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and disability benefits

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Texas Materials Group, Inc is seeking a Technical Services Field Testing Technician in the Greater Austin area. This role involves providing inspection and testing services for ready-mix plants and maintaining relationships with facility managers and material suppliers.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and basic knowledge of DOT regulations. The company offers competitive pay and benefits including medical and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain ACI certifications.
• Experience in testing concrete and aggregate samples.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspection and testing services for concrete plants.
• Develop relationships with customers and personnel.
• Perform quality control tests on materials.

Skills

Knowledge of DOT regulations

Interpersonal communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to develop relationships

Education

High school diploma or GED

ACI Field Grade I Testing Technician

ACI Aggregate or Laboratory Certification

Job description

Job ID: 525336

Texas Materials, a CRH company, is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready‑mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. Our focus is to provide quality products and reliable customer service with a safety‑first mindset. We consider our employees our greatest strength and we make it our priority to invest in their development and well‑being. When you work for Texas Materials, you are helping to support and build the infrastructure of Texas.

This job opportunity is for the Greater Austin area.

Provide inspection, testing services, and documentation for ready‑mix plant facilities. Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, facility managers, DOT personnel, and state, county, and municipal personnel. Develop and maintain relationships with material suppliers. The Technical Services Field Testing Technician will assist the company in elevating the customers' perception and general quality of our mix designs, eliminating lost loads, generating backup data necessary for mix optimization and overseeing the inspection process of DOT jobs.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote a safety attitude, contribute to the safe operation of the department, and maintain a safe, clean work area.
• Use accepted methods to inspect, sample, and test materials for quality control.
• Sample and test mixtures to comply with contract specifications and quality control tolerance.
• Follow quality control plans and guidelines assigned.
• Responsible for ensuring the proper mix design, scale weights and water demand of mix designs at batch plants.
• Performs physical tests on ready‑mix concrete at the plant, such as slump, entrained air, unit weight, yield, time of setting, and compressive strength.
• At the point of delivery, spot checks sample physical properties as above and discusses necessary adjustments in batch weights with the Manager, plus observes workability, finish ability, and contractor's use or misuse of the product.
• Performs on‑site surveys of fleets and facilities producing products to be able to identify delivery problems and recommend solutions.
• Performs physical tests on ready‑mix concrete aggregates, such as gradations, decants, sand equivalency, specific gravity and density, and absorption.
• Monitor and test process functions and materials daily to ensure our products meet or exceed the requirements of the appropriate agency or customer.
• Prepare and record accurate information; maintain test results database. / Keeps a written daily log of activities and observations.
• Obtain required certifications in a timely manner.
• Maintain all laboratory equipment, keeping track of all certification paperwork on lab scales and other equipment that requires annual re‑certification.
• Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific duty.
• Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task.
• Follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures.
• Develops and maintains appropriate working relationships so that individuals can inform Distribution, Production, and/or Sales of conditions that could adversely affect good, efficient delivery service and take necessary action to correct the condition.
• Investigate and report complaints pertaining to quantity, quality, or performance.
• Write job inspection reports when required.
• Maintains QA/QC databases.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience:

• Minimum or high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• ACI Field Grade I Testing Technician.
• ACI Aggregate or Laboratory Certification; NRMCA Certification is a plus.
• Experience in the collection, testing and reporting of concrete and/or aggregate samples.
• Must obtain and maintain DOT certifications required to test concrete as required by state regulations.
• Less than one year of experience in a related field is required.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre‑employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must provide valid documentation for Form I‑9.
• Must adhere strictly to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be willing to work in a team environment and assist co‑workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and meet the qualifications of the fleet safety program.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Individuals must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is Face Shields, Safety (hard‑toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must know and understand all DOT regulations, such as sampling frequency, sampling methods, graduation requirements, quality requirements, etc.
• Working knowledge of ACI, ASTM, DOT and Regional standards and specifications.
• Knowledge of the aggregate and concrete manufacturing process.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback.
• Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations.
• Must have or acquire basic computer skills and be able to work with e‑mail and simple spreadsheets.

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.
• Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies.
• Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to hold weights of 5-10 lbs in a stretched arm position for extended periods.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs (minimum) repetitively.
• Able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods.

Work Environment

• Able to work in all weather conditions.
• Able to work extended hours if needed.
• Job hazards include exposure to dust, noise, fumes, and all weather conditions.

Benefits

• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion.
• Competitive base pay.
• Medical, dental and disability benefits programs.
• Group retirement savings program.
• Health and wellness programs.

Texas Materials, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.