Construction Materials Testing Lab/Field Lead Technician

About the role

Kleinfelder's Houston, Texas office is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician to join our Red River CoMET team. We provide construction inspection and material testing services to a broad range of local and national clients. We are looking for individuals who are interested in joining a dynamic team and building their career in the field of construction inspection and materials testing.

Responsibilities

• Performing testing on concrete, soil, and other construction materials in accordance with applicable standard test methods
• Reporting verification of conformance to approved plans and specifications
• Communicating effectively with clients, supervisors, technicians, and other design professionals
• Maintenance of Kleinfelder's local lab accreditations
• Perform field observations and testing on materials testing projects to verify conformance to the construction plans and specifications
• Submitting daily field reports and data reports summarizing daily activities

Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of laboratory experience in CoMET or equivalent
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
• ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• ACI Aggregate Base Testing Technician
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass drug test
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, maintain composure, and work effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to use a company provided laptop or iPad and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Authorization to work in the United States
• Bend and lift up to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck, etc.)

Preferred Certifications

• Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT)
• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with some college preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays

Career Development

Kleinfelder is committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.