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Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.

Construction Material Field Technician

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Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.
Multi‑specialty civil engineering firm offering geotechnical, environmental, structural, testing, and inspection services.
Field tech tests construction materials, travels to sites, logs results
12d ago
$20
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Sarasota, FL
Field
Company Size
292 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Construction Services
Design
Geotechnical Engineering
Environmental Services
Surveying
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Healthcare
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Institutional
Residential
Government
Role
What you would be doing
material sampling
material testing
daily logs
inspection reporting
field observations
site visits
  • Sampling and testing of construction materials.
  • Preparing accurate daily logs that outline your inspections and results of the test you performed on construction materials. The construction materials you will be working with include soil, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel.
  • Field observations at jobsites in the region.
What you bring
ms office
tablet use
plan reading
heavy lifting
outdoor work
driver's license
  • Attention to detail and quality, while adhering to all safety requirements.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills required.
  • With training, the ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 60-80 pounds (soil and concrete samples, nuclear gauges, other equipment)
  • Use of company provided tablet and working knowledge of MS Office programs.
  • Daily communication with PM or Operations Manager regarding project progress or other pertinent communication by the contractor.
  • Ability to work in all outdoor climates and mobility over various terrain.
  • Ability to perform basic math and use measurement tools.
  • Reliable vehicle for field work, valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record.
Benefits
  • $200 SIGN-ON BONUS* $$$ for all new hires!
  • Personal Protective Equipment and safety gear
  • Medical (w/Health Savings Account Options) Plans
  • 100% Employer-Paid Benefits (Long-Term Disability, Basic Life)
  • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • $200 sign-on bonus after 90 days: additional $200 retention bonus after one year.
  • Fun company-sponsored events, Wellness Seminars, and more!
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in which employees acquire shares in the company; the more successful the company is, the more valuable the shares become.
  • Employee Self-Service Portal
  • An additional bonus after one year of service!
  • Employee Referral Bonus program up to $5,000
  • Paid education expenses for associated certifications.
  • Paid on-the-job training.
  • Voluntary Life
  • Company cell or reimbursement for use of personal phone
  • Generous Paid Time Off/Holidays/Floater Holidays.
  • Competitive pay.
  • Free HCEA apparel and work boots
  • Paid mileage
  • Dental and Vision Plans
  • 401k w/ Company Match
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
Founded 1989
Year Established
The firm was established in 1989 by two engineers.
$34M Revenue
Annual Revenue
Their 2016 revenue of $34 million highlighted their growth.
Top 500 Firms
ENR Ranking
They ranked among ENR's Top 500 design firms in 2016.
  • From the outset, its approach treated every project 'as if they were the owners', earning long-term developer relationships.
  • They expanded in the 1990s into geostructural design and specialty geoconstruction, establishing design-build capabilities.
  • They tackle projects across sectors—schools, stadiums, highways, housing, industrial and more—often in complex soil conditions.
  • Their services span geotechnical, environmental consulting, specialty construction, testing and third-party inspections.
  • Senior engineers frequently work onsite, ensuring designs are grounded in real conditions rather than assumptions.
  • With around 20 offices—including in the Caribbean—the firm combines local expertise with wide regional reach.
  • Notably, they operate their own fleet of drill rigs and labs, enabling in-house subsurface investigations and testing.
  • Their geoscience arm uses methods like ground-penetrating radar and seismic surveys to uncover hidden subsurface issues.
  • Philadelphia office is licensed for deep foundations, structural steel, masonry inspections and underpinning among other specialties.
Culture + Values
  • Ownership and Accountability: As an employee-owned company, each employee is a stakeholder in every project they work on.
  • Entrepreneurship and personal accountability drive employees to succeed.
  • Support one another and work as a team.
  • Peers are an employee's greatest resource — whether they are recent graduates bringing a fresh approach or long-time team members providing guidance.
  • A large firm that doesn’t feel like a large firm.
  • Relaxed and approachable.
Environment + Sustainability
Inclusion & Diversity
4.0/5 Rating
Glassdoor Overall Diversity & Inclusion
The company received a 4.0/5 rating for its overall diversity and inclusion efforts, reflecting strong commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.
4.2/5 Rating (Men/Women)
Glassdoor Gender Equality
Both men and women at the company received a high 4.2/5 rating in gender-related diversity and inclusion metrics, showcasing equitable treatment across genders.
  • Equal Opportunity: does not discriminate because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, developmental disability, sexual orientation or national origin; applies in recruitment, promotion, compensation, training, layoff and termination.
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