Description
WSP's Engineered Construction team is growing, and we have opportunities for Construction Materials Testing Technicians in Atlanta, GA, to perform field inspections and observations for commercial, industrial, and transportation-related construction projects.
Your Impact
- Perform testing on general building sites and facilities
- Interpret project plans and specifications for compliance with project requirements
- Perform Erosion Control (NPDES) Inspections
- Perform sampling and testing of concrete in accordance with ASTM and project specifications
- Perform sampling and testing of Masonry & Grout in accordance with ASTM and project specifications
- Perform soil density testing using both nuclear gauge and sand cone in accordance with ASTM and project specifications on site at commercial construction projects
- Perform Foundation inspections for various shallow foundations in accordance with testing standards and project specifications
- Perform reinforced concrete inspections in accordance with ICC Special Inspections standards
- Prepare and submit written field reports summarizing daily activities/observations and density calculations and results
- Observe proof rolls, undercut operations, perform footing inspections with dynamic cone penetrometer, and inspect rebar
- Test and work in accordance with Company safety policies
- Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications
- Interact with client representatives (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites
- Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability, and reasonableness of testing data
Who You Are Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of Construction Materials Testing experience, either on commercial/industrial construction projects with an emphasis on Soils and concrete
- ACI Field Level I certification (concrete sampling and field testing)
- NPDES Red Card
- ICC Soils or Equivalent
- ICC Reinforced Concrete or Equivalent
- ICC Masonry or Equivalent
- Troxler or equivalent certification
- Ability to evaluate soil subgrade prior to placement of fill and perform standard soil Proctor and moisture checks
- Ability to read and understand site grading drawings
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid Driver's License
- Good driving History
- Reliability – must be able to arrive at designated project sites prior to scheduled times
- Ability to prepare reports and documentation
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Basic knowledge of Excel
- Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as required
- Must pass physical, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy
Preferred Qualifications
- Recent graduate with Associates or BS in Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Management
- Fluent in Spanish, Japanese, or Korean
- Working towards BS in the above or BS in Civil Engineering
- ICC Fire, ICC Bolting, ICC Steel
- Pre &/or Post-Tensioned Concrete Certification
- IBC Commercial Building Inspector Certification
Physical Demands
- Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work
- Ability to stoop, kneel and to routinely lift and carry 50 pounds
- Clean driving record and capable of being insured for driving company vehicles
- Able to work in variable outside conditions, including extreme heat or cold