Construction Materials Testing Technician
Encorus Group
- Rochester, NY
- $20.00-25.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Conduct field inspections at construction sites to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Test physical properties of materials like concrete, soil, and asphalt.
- Examine test samples, interpret blueprints, schematics, and measuring instruments.
- Evaluate and review test and construction data with supervisors, reporting findings to engineers and other laboratory personnel.
- Collect soil and construction material samples in the field; perform laboratory testing as required.
- Set up and adapt test equipment based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel.
- Perform various tests on construction materials using advanced materials-testing equipment.
- Inspect asphalt and concrete batch plants, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Record and report test results, performing necessary mathematical calculation.
- Utilize computer software including tablets, computers and cell phones for documentation and communication purposes.
- Maintain accurate records of testing procedures, results, and equipment calibration.
- Assist with Senior NDE inspectors with inspections on an as needed basis.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to obtain certifications from ACI, NICET, ICC, and AWS, and maintain them as directed by the company.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for sample collection, field tests, and inspections.
- Ability to comply with company drug screening, including pre-employment tests.
- Ability to perform job functions with personal protective equipment, and adverse weather conditions and to climb ladders to access equipment at heights.
- Prior construction experience
- Current certifications from the ACI, NICET, ICC, and AWS organizations.