Traveling Construction Material Testing Technician
$39,520–$39,520 year
On-siteColumbus, Georgia, United States
Columbus, Georgia, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$39,520–$39,520 yearMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Conduct sample preparation, collection, and testing for soil, concrete, grout, mortar, and asphalt while performing field observations and documenting construction activities. Submit daily field reports, communicate non-conforming items to supervision, and operate a nuclear density gauge per safety guidelines. Review civil and structural specifications, perform Proctor compaction tests, and maintain accurate test records. Travel to remote projects up to 100 miles from the home office for short-term or long-term assignments, working night shifts, weekends, and flexible hours as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Valid DL
- clean MVR
- good background check
- Must be able to move, lift or carry objects or materials up to 50 lbs. without assistance
- Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
- Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
- Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language
- ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum TWO YEARS Experience
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level I Certification
- Portable Nuclear Gauge Safety Training Certification
- Understanding of Proctor Compaction Test and USCS Soil Classification
- Trained & demonstrated competency in One-Point Proctor testing in the field
- Possession of a valid state of residence driver's license
- Must be able to accommodate a flexible working schedule
- Must be able to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety
- Ability to create and maintain accurate and confidential test records and to prepare easily understandable reports for documentation
- Skilled in the use of computers and common software applications
- Ability to learn company specific software and programs
- Ability to be trained and to follow directions
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to dress, speak and act professionally & appropriately
- Ability to deal with stressful situations, multiple priorities and hectic schedules calmly and courteously
- Ability to work ethically, honestly and safely at all times
- Must pass relevant tests and/or achieve valid signatures
Desired Qualifications
- Must be able to climb ladders and scaffolding
- Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
- Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language
- ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum TWO YEARS Experience
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level I Certification
- Portable Nuclear Gauge Safety Training Certification
- Understanding of Proctor Compaction Test and USCS Soil Classification
- Trained & demonstrated competency in One-Point Proctor testing in the field
- Possession of a valid state of residence driver's license
- Must be able to accommodate a flexible working schedule
- Must be able to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety
- Ability to create and maintain accurate and confidential test records and to prepare easily understandable reports for documentation
- Skilled in the use of computers and common software applications
- Ability to learn company specific software and programs
- Ability to be trained and to follow directions
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to dress, speak and act professionally & appropriately
- Ability to deal with stressful situations, multiple priorities and hectic schedules calmly and courteously
- Ability to work ethically, honestly and safely at all times
- Must pass relevant tests and/or achieve valid signatures
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