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Entry Level Construction Materials Field Technician

Kleinfelder

The Role

Overview

Entry-level field tech performing construction material testing and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • field observations
  • material testing
  • sample delivery
  • daily reporting
  • client communication
  • safety culture

Tasks

-Perform Field Observations and Materials Sampling/Testing during Construction of Buildings, Bridges and Roadways. -Bend, stoop, and lift up-to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck, etc.). -Provide daily or milestone updates to Department Manager -Perform testing on construction materials including Soils, Reinforcing Steel, Concrete, Masonry, Structural Steel, Fireproofing, Metal Decking, Roofing and Paving. -Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and other design professionals -Actively participate and demonstrate commitment to Kleinfelder’s Health and Safety culture. -Cast Field Samples of Concrete, Masonry, Grout, etc. for strength verification. -Pick-up construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, deliver equipment to site technicians. -Write Daily Field Reports documenting work performed by the various contractors and indicating compliance/non-compliance with contract documents, plans and specifications.

Requirements

  • ms office
  • high school
  • nuclear gage
  • aci certification
  • driver's license
  • communication

What You Bring

-Ability to maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder, traversing over rough broken ground and steep surfaces. -Construction-related training or technical training desirable -Ability to use a company provided laptop or iPad and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.). -High School Diploma or equivalent. -Ability to work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with various levels of safety protection required. -Nuclear Density Gage Certification, ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I or, Local Jurisdiction -Ability to operate heavy equipment as necessary (i.e., ultrasonic non-destructive testing machine, concrete cylinder press, etc.). -ACI or ICC certification desired -Authorization to work in the United States -Equivalent to ACI, as required by local jurisdiction and local management team -Read and understand applicable construction plans and specifications -Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass drug test. -Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. -Ability to work independently and as a team member, maintain composure, and work effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.

The Company

About Kleinfelder

-Expanded over decades into a multi-disciplinary professional services firm spanning engineering, design, environmental and construction management. -Headquartered in San Diego. -Specializes in projects across energy, transportation, water, facilities and federal markets. -Typical work ranges from dam and levee design to airport, rail, road infrastructure and power/O&G developments. -Engaged in standout assignments—such as post-flood forensic studies for municipal authorities. -In recent years, absorbed regional firms like Veenstra & Kimm to strengthen Midwestern presence.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Government

Solar

Water Resources

Security Clearance

-must pass a drug test.