Construction Materials Engineering Technician

S&ME • Full-time • Knoxville, TN, US • 2m ago

Construction Materials Engineering Technician

Requisition Number: 2024-1430-04

Are you an experienced Materials Testing Technician seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Construction Materials Engineering Technician to join our team in Knoxville, Tennessee.

About the Role:

Embrace the Construction Materials Engineering Technician role and become a vital force for change! Conducting daily field testing and observations of construction materials ensures strict adherence to industry standards and project specifications. Your involvement spans the entire construction process, meticulously documenting the correct placement and utilization of soil, concrete, rebar, asphalt, aggregate, and other essential building materials. It is our job to ensure it is "built right"; at S&ME we take that responsibility very seriously.

Reviewing plans and specifications: Verify alignment with project goals before conducting on-site inspections.
On-Site Activity Logging: Maintain detailed records of observations and test results during project execution.
Daily Use of Management Tools: Utilize Metafield® or other systems for efficient data handling and coordination.
Equipment Calibration: Ensure all field and lab instruments meet industry standards for accuracy and reliability.
Special Inspection Tasks: Follow IBC guidelines to perform thorough quality checks.
Regular Communication: Engage with management, contractors, and clients to ensure transparency and provide progress updates.

What You Bring:

You have a High School diploma/GED
You have a minimum of 5 years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials
You have Two or More Active Certification(s):
- American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician - NICET: Construction Materials Testing (Asphalt, Concrete, Soils) - International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils) - DOT specific in the fields of Aggregate, Density, Asphalt, and Concrete

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:

Working outdoors in varying weather conditions outside normal business hours, as needed
Standing up to 8 hours a day, up to 12 hours on occasion
Walking over rough and uneven terrain, maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow
Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
Traveling out-of-town and possibly overnight for assignments as needed

We Are S&ME:

For over 50 years, our collaborative approach to geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials has offered innovative solutions to solve our clients' most complex challenges. Together, our work results in lasting positive community impacts across the country.

Collectively, we are 1000+ proud employee-owners across 10+ states and value eager, passionate, honest, and hard-working employees who strive to make positive impacts on our communities. With employee ownership at our foundation, we are all vested in the success of each other and S&ME. We know that creating an environment where employees can grow and flourish, both professionally and personally, leads to our collective drive for success. That's why we put our employees first in everything from safety to opportunity.

What We Offer:

We offer a competitive benefits package with a full suite of options, including well-being programs to support you and your family, as well as the development resources you need to advance in your career.

Competitive Compensation
Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401K with Company Matching
PTO with Rollover
Maternity/Paternity Leave
Credential Incentive Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Company Vehicle with Gas Card for Project-Based Work
$2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses
& More!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join us!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.

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