Description
WSP's Engineered Construction team is growing and has an opportunity for a Construction Materials Testing Technician in Asheville, NC.
The successful candidate will perform field inspections and observations for commercial, industrial, and transportation-related construction projects.
Key responsibilities include:
- Conducting testing on general building sites and facilities
- Interpreting project plans and specifications for compliance with project requirements
- Performing soil density testing using nuclear gauges and sand cones according to ASTM and project specifications
- Sampling and testing concrete in accordance with ASTM and project specifications
- Preparing and submitting written field reports
- Observing proof rolls, undercut operations, and footing inspections
- Testing and working in accordance with company safety policies
- Monitoring work procedures for compliance with project specifications
- Interacting with client representatives at project sites
- Performing analysis or calculations to check the accuracy and reasonableness of testing data
The ideal candidate will have:
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- At least 3 years of related experience
- A valid driver's license
- Reliability and strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic knowledge of Excel
- Flexibility to work outside normal business hours
- Ability to pass a physical and background check
Preferred qualifications include:
- Experience in construction materials testing
- A recent graduate with a BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
- ACI Field Level I certification
- Troxler or equivalent certification
- Ability to evaluate soil subgrade and perform standard soil Proctor and moisture checks
Physical demands of the job include:
- Ability to stoop, kneel, and lift 50 pounds
- Working in variable outside conditions
- Passing a physical examination and having a clean driving record