Kleinfelder · 2 weeks ago
Entry Level Construction Materials Engineering and Testing Technician
Owings Mills, MD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expKleinfelder is an engineering and construction firm dedicated to improving infrastructure. The Entry Level Construction Materials Engineering and Testing Technician will perform routine quality control tests on various construction projects and will receive training and certification opportunities.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringRisk Management
Responsibilities
Read and understand applicable construction plans and specifications
Perform Field Observations and Materials Sampling/Testing during Construction of Buildings, Bridges and Roadways
Perform testing on construction materials including Soils, Reinforcing Steel, Concrete, Compaction grouting, Masonry, Structural Steel, Fireproofing, Metal Decking, Roofing and Paving
Write Daily Field Reports documenting work performed by the various contractors and indicating compliance/non-compliance with contract documents, plans and specifications
Cast Field Samples of Concrete, Masonry, Grout, etc. for strength verification
Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, and other design professionals
Provide daily or milestone updates to Department Manager
Pick-up construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, deliver equipment to site technicians
Actively participate and demonstrate commitment to Kleinfelder’s Health and Safety culture
Qualification
Required
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
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass drug test
High School Diploma or equivalent
Bend, stoop, and lift up-to 50 pounds (22.68 kg) repetitively and over 50 pounds (22.68 kg) using handling equipment (hand truck, etc.)
Ability to operate heavy equipment as necessary (i.e., ultrasonic non-destructive testing machine, concrete cylinder press, etc.)
Ability to maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder, traversing over rough broken ground and steep surfaces
Ability to work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with various levels of safety protection required
Technicians will require reliable transportation to access job sites within a two-hour radius of office location
Kleinfelder requires our technicians to acquire the following certifications within first 6 months of employment – at our expense: Nuclear Density Gage Certification, ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I or, Local Jurisdiction, Equivalent to ACI, as required by local jurisdiction and local management team
Preferred
Construction-related training or technical training desirable
ACI or ICC certification desired
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid holidays
Company
Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder is an employee-owned engineering, science, and architecture consulting firm.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-09-19Acquired
Leadership Team
David Goershel
Executive Vice President - South Division Director
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