Construction Materials Testing Field Technician
Construction Materials Testing Field Technician
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15-03-2025
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Job Description
Overview:
UES is a privately held rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering construction materials testing building code compliance threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3800 professionals across 80 branches in high growth markets in the U.S. UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial residential and education.
Experienced and proven UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients as well as publicprivate partnerships and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers geologists certified inspectors scientists and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence approaching each project with the knowledge that precision professionalism and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.
As UES continues to grow its critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety Teamwork Responsiveness Integrity Value and Excellence.
Company Summary
Joining Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) offers you the opportunity to excel at the fastest growing Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) firm in the country. Experienced and proven UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices.
We are a family of companies with revenue of $500M quickly rising through organic and acquisition growth. We are made up of 6 regions that include nearly 26 companies within those regions: Florida West Texas MidAtlantic Southeast and Midwest. UES is a family of almost 3800 team members who operate in 87 locations in 20 states. Our values guide the way we work make decisions and treat others specifically our team members customers and the communities where we serve. We STRIVE for safety teamwork responsiveness integrity value and excellence.
At UES you will collaborate with a team that places value in our collective vision culture of community and unwavering commitment to excellence. While being encouraged to promote innovative and creative ideas you will be provided the support to bring those ideas to fruition. As our company continues to grow at a rapid pace so do the opportunities for our current and future team members to learn and mentor for continued professional and personal development. Additionally you can count on excellent benefits a comprehensive PTO plan uncapped career growth and the best people in the industry. You can learn more about our career opportunities here: https://teamues/careers/
Summary
As a Construction Materials Testing Field Technician you will be responsible for conducting onsite testing of concrete soils and other construction materials. You will utilize a companyprovided vehicle to travel to various job sites within the area. We offer comprehensive onthejob training as well as the possibility of obtaining future certifications in construction materials testing.
Successful candidates in this role find satisfaction in spending the majority of their time outdoors immersed in construction environments. They exhibit a strong sense of reliability and independence in their work. If you are someone who embodies reliability a robust work ethic and the ability to collaborate respectfully with both colleagues and clients then this position aligns perfectly with you.
The Ideal Candidate
Energetic Passion and high energy for delivering results in a fast paced and high growth environment; autonomous strong selfstarter with a sense of urgency.
Resourceful Enjoys challenging projects taking initiative to solve problems and executing on deliverables.
Team Player Enjoys being on a team. Works well with others and brings a positive attitude.
Adaptable Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and remain flexible as business priorities change.
If this sounds like you we invite you to keep reading and apply!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Ensure that all testing equipment used is functioning properly maintained as required by company and/or manufacturers policy and that all calibrated equipment is within its calibration cycle
- Ensure that project testing requirements are met and compliant with project specifications requirements and company policies or procedures
- Travel to various job sites in a companyprovided vehicle to perform sampling and testing on construction materials such as concrete soils and asphalt
- Return samples to the office for testing
- Report data in an accurate complete timely and understandable fashion in accordance with applicable testing procedures
- Operating testing equipment; ensure that all test equipment used is functioning properly and maintained as required by the company and/or manufacturers policy and that all calibrated equipment is within its calibration cycle
- Operate a motor vehicle; maintain company vehicle (schedule oil changes check fluid levels inside/outside upkeep)
- Communicate with dispatching and/or field supervisor advising of current job status and locations as required; cellular phones are to be worn at all times and calls are to be returned immediately
- Regular attendance is required; technicians must arrive on time for scheduled jobs
- Prepare testing reports using Field Data Collection (FDC) software; ability to write and retrieve emails using Microsoft Outlook
- Must be willing to travel within the state of Alabama if applicable
- Complete daily time and labor reports in accordance with company policy
- Turn in required paperwork daily
- Regular attendance is required
- Must be flexible to changing schedules and hours to support business needs; overnight and weekends schedules may be necessary to support business needs
- Follow all company safety procedures and policies
- Other duties may be assigned
Qualifications
- You must be 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED
- You will need a valid drivers license with an acceptable record
- Working with concrete will require you to have the ability to lift 5075 pounds repeatedly with or without accommodations
- Ability to read & write including interpreting documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals as well as the ability to write routine reports and correspondence and speak effectively with colleagues supervisors and customers/clients
- Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop including sending and receiving emails and the ability to learn Field Data Collection (FDC)/Inspector Gadget to input data and prepare reports
- Mathematical skills sufficient to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals
- Reasoning ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral and diagram form
Preferred Experience & Certifications
- American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certifications in field testing
- Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) Construction Training Qualification Program (CTQP) certifications in field testing
- Construction and/or engineering experience
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Mission
We are trusted engineering partners enabling the construction community through responsive expert problem solving.
We strive to be the leading environmental inspection testing and engineering firm by ensuring the safety integrity and sustainability of our communitys land foundations and structures from development to redevelopment.
EEOC Statement
UES is committed to embracing diversity equity and inclusion to create a workplace that welcomes and thrives on the unique experiences perspectives and contributions of all team members. UES is bringing the best people and most diverse talent forward to drive growth innovate and think bigger!
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members from our drillers to administrative staff contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering Construction Materials Testing and Inspection Code Compliance EnvironmentalOccupationalHealth & Safety and Building Envelope we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Groups Hot Firm list in 2021 UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a oneman operation to a company spanning 75 branches and 3500 employees were looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why Work at UES
We value the individual contributions of our employees and we show this through providing great benefits. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.
Check out our website:https://teamues/
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EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a DrugFree Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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