Materials Testing Technician

Career Summary

We are seeking a CMT Technician to join our dynamic team in Burnsville, MN. Our firm is dedicated to fostering strong relationships, collaboration, and innovative thinking to drive success. If you share our commitment and possess the necessary skills, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory inspections according to prescribed procedures and standards.
• Collect soil and concrete samples, prepare samples for testing, record data, and prepare summary reports.
• Use specialized equipment and apparatus to prepare reports and technical data.
• Operate computer systems and peripheral equipment; maintain results log.
• Set up, maintain, and calibrate equipment.
• Confer with Engineering staff on inspection efforts.
• Inspect construction activities on heavy highway construction projects.
• Monitor work performed by contractors or vendors.
• Ensure materials used on projects meet specifications.
• Inspect common, unclassified and roadway excavation, embankment, borrow pits, and removal, storage, and placement of topsoil.
• Complete appropriate forms and paperwork for construction activities completed each day.
• Maintain considerable contact with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Work with other task team members and leaders.
• Moves a case weighing up to 95 pounds, pushes up to 250 pounds in a wheelbarrow.
• Remains in a stationary position for extended periods, operates tools requiring fine motor skills, traverses construction sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches, positions self to access tools and materials in various locations, conducts visual assessments of construction quality and safety.

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience and/or certifications related to construction inspection or construction materials testing preferred but not required.
• Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required. Must pass background check and drug screening. MnDOT and/or ACI Certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate computer systems and peripheral equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience and/or certifications related to construction inspection or construction materials testing preferred but not required.
• Licenses/Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle is required. Must pass background check and drug screening. MnDOT and/or ACI Certification preferred but not required.
• Ability to operate computer systems and peripheral equipment.

Skills

• Construction Inspection
• Field and Laboratory Testing
• Computer Systems Operation
• Equipment Calibration and Maintenance
• Visual Assessment

Benefits

Full-time WSB employees qualify for a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company-paid short-and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part-time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.

Pay

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Nights and weekends may be required.

About WSB

WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces, and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

EEO Statement

WSB is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.