Construction Materials Testing Technician

2MNext

Job Location:

Nashville, IN - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 20 - 28

Posted on: 20 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

COMPANY OVERVIEW
2MNEXT provides geotechnical engineering and construction project management services in Atlanta Georgia and the Southeastern United States. We have experience serving a wide range of clients including private public and governmental entities. Our specialists also work regularly with contractors manufacturers and utilities. We take great pride in providing continued professional services to developers architects engineers and owners.

WORKING AT 2MNEXT
2MNEXT is a great place to work! We are committed to maintaining a positive and fun work environment for our team. We invest in our staff with yearly performance bonuses raises employee events and paid training and development.

JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Construction Materials Testing Technician
Location: Nashville TN
Pay Range: $20-$28/ Hour (Based on education certification and experience)
Position Type: Full-time
Schedule: Varied

POSITION SUMMARY
This position involves providing material testing construction observation from a quality standpoint and construction inspections on assigned field projects according to the applicable specification for independent testing laboratories. Responsibilities include but are not limited to sample preparation collection & testing field observations general inspections and documentation of construction activities on site pertaining to soil concrete grout mortar and asphalt.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include but are not limited to the following:

Receive understand and execute written and verbal directions.
Review specifications for civil and structural plans and identify sections applicable to the scope of work.
Interacting and communicating daily with contractors technicians and project managers
Perform tests general construction inspections and observations according to project requirements.
Submit daily field reports to document testing inspections and field observations.
Clearly identify verbally communicate and document test results and activities in a timely fashion.
Document and communicate non-conforming items to designated project supervision.
Clean maintain and calibrate all assigned equipment according to applicable codes and standards.
Transport operate and care for a nuclear density gauge as assigned meeting all safety care and maintenance guidelines as outlined in the Radiation Safety Program Policy.
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned notwithstanding work in other functional areas to cover absences and relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES)

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Drivers license
ACI Field Level 1 Certification (concrete testing)
Strong understanding of soil mechanics field proctors and field density testing.
Basic knowledge of sample preparation collection & testing field observations and documentation of construction activities.
Must pass relevant tests and/or achieve valid signatures.
Ability to create and maintain accurate and confidential test records and to prepare easily understandable reports for documentation.
Skilled in the use of computers and common software applications.
Ability to learn company specific software and programs.
Ability to be trained and to follow directions.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to dress speak and act professionally & appropriately.
Ability to work ethically honestly and safely at all times.
Ability to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES)

ICC Soils or ACI Aggregate Base certifications are a plus.
Other materials testing certifications from nationally recognized organizations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position entails work in both indoor and outdoor environments with potential exposure to weather conditions.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required functions.
Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages our employees enjoy the below benefits:

Affordable medical plansstarting at $100/month for individuals
401(k) with 4% company matchand immediate vesting
PTO starting at 12 days/year increasing annually up to 20 days
8 paid holidayseach year
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Training and certification opportunities
Employee recognition and bonus programs

NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge skills or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise other than an at will relationship.

2MNEXT provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

Required Experience:

COMPANY OVERVIEW2MNEXT provides geotechnical engineering and construction project management services in Atlanta Georgia and the Southeastern United States. We have experience serving a wide range of clients including private public and governmental entities. Our specialists also work regularly with...

Receive understand and execute written and verbal directions.
Review specifications for civil and structural plans and identify sections applicable to the scope of work.
Interacting and communicating daily with contractors technicians and project managers
Perform tests general construction inspections and observations according to project requirements.
Submit daily field reports to document testing inspections and field observations.
Clearly identify verbally communicate and document test results and activities in a timely fashion.
Document and communicate non-conforming items to designated project supervision.
Clean maintain and calibrate all assigned equipment according to applicable codes and standards.
Transport operate and care for a nuclear density gauge as assigned meeting all safety care and maintenance guidelines as outlined in the Radiation Safety Program Policy.
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned notwithstanding work in other functional areas to cover absences and relief to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES)

High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid Drivers license
ACI Field Level 1 Certification (concrete testing)
Strong understanding of soil mechanics field proctors and field density testing.
Basic knowledge of sample preparation collection & testing field observations and documentation of construction activities.
Must pass relevant tests and/or achieve valid signatures.
Ability to create and maintain accurate and confidential test records and to prepare easily understandable reports for documentation.
Skilled in the use of computers and common software applications.
Ability to learn company specific software and programs.
Ability to be trained and to follow directions.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to dress speak and act professionally & appropriately.
Ability to work ethically honestly and safely at all times.
Ability to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES)

ICC Soils or ACI Aggregate Base certifications are a plus.
Other materials testing certifications from nationally recognized organizations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position entails work in both indoor and outdoor environments with potential exposure to weather conditions.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required functions.
Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages our employees enjoy the below benefits: