Construction Field Service Technician - Materials Testing

Critical Duties

• Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities using a calculator or computer
• Draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects and ensure conformance to specifications
• Analyze proposed site factors and design maps, graphs, tracings, and diagrams to illustrate findings
• Read and review project plans and specifications to determine dimensions of structure or system and material requirements
• Prepare reports and document project activities and data
• Collaborate with project supervisors to determine project details, such as plan preparation, acceptance testing, and evaluation of field conditions
• Plan and conduct field surveys to locate new sites and analyze details of project sites
• Conduct materials testing and analysis using tools and equipment and apply engineering knowledge
• Perform manual labor such as bending, digging with hand shovel, cutting brush for lines, carrying equipment, stakes, rebar, and other items that may be heavy (5-50 lbs)

Requirements

• Ability to plan, schedule work, and complete projects within established budgets and timelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service oriented
• Ability to work outside on job sites (may be exposed to extreme temperatures)

Organizational Relationships

• Reports directly to Lead Construction Technician

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Associates degree or higher
• 2+ years of related experience
• Related certifications:
  • Nuclear Density
  • ACI Concrete
  • MDOT Density Tech
  • MCA Level 1 & 2
  • MDOT HMA Lab Tech Level 1
  • MI Aggregate Sampling
  • MDOT Paving Operations
  • SESC
  • CSWO
  • MDOT Bridge Construction
  • MI Bit QA/QC

About Wightman

Wightman is a full-service consulting firm that provides comprehensive, multi-disciplinary services, industry expertise, accurate scope of work, and a passion for listening. Services offered include Architecture, Civil Engineering, and Surveying. The firm is based in Southwest Michigan, Metro Detroit, and Northern Indiana.