Construction Materials Engineering Technician

S&ME Inc.
tuition reimbursement, 401(k), company vehicle
United States, Indiana, New Albany
Nov 06, 2024
Construction Materials Engineering Technician Requisition Number: 2024-1360-02 Are you ready to kickstart or advance your career in construction materials testing? We're looking for both skilled and entry-level Construction Materials Engineering Technicians to join our team in New Albany, IN - Louisville, KY and surrounding areas. Whether you're new to the field or a seasoned pro, we offer the chance to work on a diverse range of projects, testing materials like soil, concrete, and asphalt to ensure quality and safety on construction sites. Your Day-to-Day: As a Construction Materials Testing Technician, you'll be an essential part of our quality assurance process, making sure projects are built to last. You'll primarily work outdoors, witnessing the impact of your efforts as projects come to life. Plus, you'll have opportunities to gain industry certifications, supporting your growth and career advancement. Review project plans and specifications to ensure accuracy in testing and inspections Perform hands-on testing on materials such as soil, concrete, and asphalt to verify compliance with standards Document findings using cutting-edge software, like Metafield Calibrate testing equipment to industry standards for consistent results Observe inspections to maintain compliance with regulatory and quality standards Communicate openly with team members and clients, building trust and project success Compensation and career level will be based on experience and certifications. What You Bring: A high school diploma/GED 0-3+ years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language Basic data entry skills using mobile devices ACI Certification, a plus Physical Requirements: You'll need to be comfortable with: Working outdoors, often in varied weather Walking on rough terrain and standing for long periods (up to 12 hours) Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs regularly Safely moving field equipment on uneven ground at active job sites Traveling out of town for assignments as necessary (potentially overnight) About 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 comprehensive 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. We continue to look for ways to promote mental and physical health and wellness for our organization. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME! 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 Equipment Stipend $2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses & More! If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career in construction materials testing with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join us at S&ME! This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.