Construction Materials Engineering Technician

S&ME · Greater Wilmington Area · 3 wk ago

ManagementFull-time

About the Role

As a seasoned Construction Materials Engineering Technician, you'll be equipped with a company vehicle to conduct field testing and observations of construction materials at various project sites. At S&ME, we are committed to ensuring everything is "built right," and we take that responsibility very seriously. You'll also have the chance to earn additional certifications, which will help you advance in your career, take on more complex testing tasks, assume greater responsibilities, and mentor junior technicians.

Responsibilities

Understand project requirements before fieldwork; accurately record observations and test results related to construction materials such as soil, concrete, asphalt, and other pertinent materials.
Efficiently manage data using field and laboratory information systems (Metafield® Utilization).
Ensure field and lab tools are accurate and meet industry standards (Equipment Maintenance).
Follow International Building Code (IBC) standards for testing and inspecting construction materials (Inspection Monitoring).
Interact with management, contractors, and clients to report project progress and resolve any issues (Stakeholder Communication).

Requirements

You must have a High School diploma or GED, a minimum of 3 years of experience in construction testing/inspecting soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials, and active industry certifications including American Concrete Institute (ACI) Field Testing Grade I, Strength Testing Technician, Laboratory Technician; and International Code Council (ICC) Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils). Additionally, you need effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) in English, good math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure, a valid U.S. driver's license with an acceptable driving record, willingness to complete a background check, driving record check, and drug screen upon offer, and ability to safely operate a company-assigned vehicle (trucks and SUVs).

Schedule

Work schedules may vary based on project needs and weather conditions and can include early mornings, evenings, weekends, occasional holidays, and overtime opportunities paid at time-and-a-half. Some travel may be required to support projects across the region. You should be comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions, traveling to project sites as needed, walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for extended periods (potentially up to 12 hours per day), routinely lifting and carrying 40-50 pounds of equipment and materials, and safely maneuvering field equipment around active construction sites.

Benefits