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AET · 4 days ago

Field Technician

Marshall, MN

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$21/hr - $24/hr

American Engineering Testing (AET) is a 100% employee-owned firm that delivers comprehensive testing, analysis, and design solutions. The Field Technician I plays a critical role by conducting field and laboratory testing of soils to ensure compliance with QA/QC procedures and industry standards, maintaining high quality and safety to meet regulatory requirements and client expectations.

Consulting

No H1B

Responsibilities

Perform field testing of plastic concrete, soils, bituminous, or masonry products – may consume 80% of workday

Perform field density and Proctor density test of soils

Perform field testing of plastic concrete

Perform laboratory testing of bituminous materials

Observe excavations and correlate the observations with soil boring logs

Perform hand auger borings under the direction of the project manager

Perform other laboratory tests and calibrations

Report test results – may consume 10% of workday

Communication with project manager – may consume up to 5% of workday

Communicate with client, earthwork contractor and/or ready-mix supplier

Conduct miscellaneous projects involving work procedures, laboratory and equipment

Laboratory maintenance – may consume 5% of the workday

Conduct field, laboratory and office activities in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations, along with AET’s QA and Health and Safety Policies, to promote the safety and protection of employees, clients and the public

Increase proficiency in soils, concrete, and masonry testing

Maintain high chargeable productivity

Maintain the quality of service and work product

Properly use and maintain company instruments and equipment

Coordinate with other staff with the goal of increasing efficiency, productivity, and communication

Maintain valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Some positions may require use of personal vehicle for company business. Maintain compliance with DOT driver regulations if required for position. Maintain appropriate physicals if required for position

Frequent travel within the regional area, and occasional out-of-town travel

Perform other tasks as necessary to meet departmental or company goals

Qualification

Soil testingConcrete testingLaboratory testingCommunication skillsPhysical laborTeamworkProblem-solving

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintain valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Some positions may require use of personal vehicle for company business

Maintain compliance with DOT driver regulations if required for position

Maintain appropriate physicals if required for position

Frequent travel within the regional area, and occasional out-of-town travel

Preferred

2-year vocational or college degree is preferred

Communication skills sufficient to work effectively with clients and coworkers

Ability to interact successfully with a wide variety of people, work effectively within project teams, resolve issues and problems in a constructive manner, and work independently in the field

Capable of the physical labor required including work at hazardous waste sites, with personal protective equipment