Senior Construction Materials Engineering Technician

Description

• Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sites
• Coordinate and Interpret Project Requirements: Review construction plans and specifications to determine testing needs, assign tasks to team members, and ensure timely, accurate reporting of results.
• Mentor and Develop Junior Technicians: Provide on-the-job training, technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture.
• Maintain Equipment and Accreditation Standards: Oversee the calibration and upkeep of testing equipment, ensuring compliance with AASHTO, ASTM, and other relevant quality standards.
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day
• Lead Field Testing & Inspections: Conduct testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and masonry materials, ensuring compliance with project specifications and building codes.

Requirements

• Adapt to Dynamic Schedules and Field Demands: Embrace a flexible work schedule that may include early mornings, weekends, or holidays, and remain responsive to shifting project timelines and field conditions.
• DOT Certifications in the fields of Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and Concrete
• American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician
• Math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure
• Working outdoors the majority of the time in varying weather conditions
• A High School diploma/GED
• Six(6) or more active certifications:
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials
• Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language

Benefits

• Wellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums!
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card - for project-based roles
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options - with no medical premium increase in 2026
• Pet Insurance
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses - and more!
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Term Life & Long-Term Care Coverage - available Spring 2026
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
• Credential Incentive Program - get rewarded for advancing your skills
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs
• Employee Recognition Program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance