Senior Construction Materials Testing Technician
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Charlotte, NC - USA
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SENIOR CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING TECHNICIAN
Three Notch Group
Charlotte NC
Three Notch Group is a Top 400 ENR design firm with over 80 years of experience dedicated to delivering a wide range of services including Field and Lab Services UST Environmental Utility Transportation Geotechnical & Construction Engineering and Civil/Site Development. We foster a collaborative environment where team members can build lasting friendships support one another and guide our clients in shaping their futures. With offices across the Southeast including seven in Alabama two in North Carolina one in Florida one in Georgia and one in Tennessee we offer an exceptional opportunity for personal and professional growth. If youre ready to make a difference and advance your career join us at Three Notch and be part of a team that truly values your contributions!
Three Notch Group is seeking a motivated Senior Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician to join our growing team in Charlotte North Carolina. This role helps ensure the quality and compliance of constructed projects through field observations materials testing inspections contractor monitoring and accurate documentation.
Working under limited supervision the Senior CMT Technician will assist the Construction Project Manager on projects of moderate size and complexity and perform quality-control and contract-administration functions. The ideal candidate is safety-focused dependable technically experienced and able to work independently while communicating effectively with contractors engineers project managers and clients.
- Read and interpret construction plans geotechnical reports project specifications and applicable building codes.
- Perform field observations testing and inspections on commercial industrial institutional roadway and infrastructure construction projects throughout the region.
- Monitor contractor activities and document conformance with project plans specifications geotechnical recommendations and applicable standards.
- Perform construction materials testing and special inspections during site grading and earthwork structural fill placement and compaction foundation bearing evaluations cast-in-place concrete placement reinforcing steel installation and asphalt placement.
- Collect field samples and perform testing in accordance with ASTM ACI ICC DOT and project-specific requirements.
- Operate nuclear density gauges in accordance with company procedures safety protocols and applicable certification requirements.
- Use concrete testing equipment to perform slump air content temperature and unit weight testing and to fabricate concrete cylinders in accordance with ASTM and ACI standards.
- Use other field testing equipment and devices in accordance with company procedures and applicable standards.
- Prepare clear accurate and timely field reports daily observation reports test summaries and inspection documentation using company software and reporting systems.
- Communicate effectively with contractors project managers engineers and clients regarding construction progress testing and inspection results non-compliant conditions field observations and recommendations.
- Maintain testing equipment company vehicles and field supplies in safe and proper working condition.
- Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment on active construction sites.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel to project sites as needed throughout the service area.
Success in this role means consistently delivering accurate testing inspections observations and documentation that help ensure construction work conforms to project plans specifications geotechnical recommendations applicable codes and industry standards. The Senior CMT Technician will independently manage assigned field activities on moderately complex projects communicate findings clearly and provide dependable support to the Construction Project Manager and project team.
The successful candidate will identify and document non-compliant conditions maintain required certifications prioritize safety care for company equipment and vehicles and complete timely professional reports. They will demonstrate sound technical judgment accountability organization and the ability to build effective working relationships with contractors engineers project managers and clients.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Bachelors degree with zero to two years of related experience or high school diploma or GED with eight to 10 years of related experience.
- Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.
- Strong verbal and written communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently under limited supervision and collaborate effectively as part of a project team.
- Familiarity with construction inspection and field testing procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and Adobe Acrobat.
- Industry certifications such as ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I NICET ICC or DOT certifications.
- Ability to safely lift and carry materials and testing equipment in accordance with company safety policies and OSHA guidelines including routinely lifting up to 50 pounds independently and heavier items with team assistance or mechanical aids.
- Ability to move and handle construction materials testing equipment concrete samples and soil samples using proper lifting techniques and approved assistance devices when necessary.
- Ability to perform frequent bending hammering lifting kneeling crouching stooping crawling climbing balancing and other repetitive physical movements.
- Ability to stand for extended periods while performing field observations and testing activities.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and travel to project sites as needed.
If you enjoy bringing people and ideas together turning complex information into a compelling story and being part of a team that takes pride in winning work the right way we would love to hear from you.
At Three Notch Group you will have the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals across multiple disciplines contribute to meaningful pursuits and help shape how we tell our story and connect with the clients and communities we serve.
Bring your creativity organization and drive to a team where your work matters. Apply today and help us pursue whats next at Three Notch Group.
- Competitive pay based on experience and certifications
- Opportunities for advancement and technical training
- Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
- Health dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401(k) with company match
For more than 80 years Three Notch Group has been helping clients communities and employees build their future. As we continue to grow throughout the Southeast were looking for talented people who want to do meaningful work grow their careers and make a lasting impact. Wed love for you to be part of our story.
Matt Hames President & CEO
Three Notch Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.
Three Notch Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Three Notch Group delivers environmental consulting, civil engineering, geotechnical, and infrastructure services across the Southeast.
