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CRH · 5 hours ago

Technical Services Field Testing Technician

Georgetown, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

CRH is a leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services in Texas. The Technical Services Field Testing Technician will provide inspection, testing services, and documentation for ready-mix plant facilities while developing relationships with customers and ensuring quality control of materials.

Building MaterialConstructionManufacturing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Promote a safety attitude, contribute to the safe operation of the department, and maintain a safe, clean work area

Use accepted methods to inspect, sample, and test materials for quality control

Sample and test mixtures to comply with contract specifications and quality control tolerance

Follow quality control plans and guidelines assigned

Responsible for ensuring the proper mix design, scale weights and water demand of mix designs at batch plants

Performs physical tests on ready-mix concrete at the plant, such as slump, entrained air, unit weight, yield, time of setting, and compressive strength

At the point of delivery, spot checks sample physical properties as above and discusses necessary adjustments in batch weights with the Manager, plus observes workability, finish ability, and contractor’s use or misuse of the product

Performs on-site surveys of fleets and facilities producing products to be able to identify delivery problems and recommend solutions

Performs physical tests on ready-mix concrete aggregates, such as gradations, decants, sand equivalency, specific gravity and density, and absorption

Monitor and test process functions and materials daily to ensure our products meet or exceed the requirements of the appropriate agency or customer

Prepare and record accurate information; maintain test results database. / Keeps a written daily log of activities and observations

Obtain required certifications in a timely manner

Maintain all laboratory equipment, keeping track of all certification paperwork on lab scales and other equipment that requires annual re-certification

Follow directions of manager as to daily tasks and expectations for each specific duty

Ensure a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task

Follow all company policies and OSHA / MSHA regulations for safe working procedures

Develops and maintains appropriate working relationships so that individuals can inform Distribution, Production, and/or Sales of conditions that could adversely affect good, efficient delivery service and take necessary action to correct the condition

Investigate and report complaints pertaining to quantity, quality, or performance

Write job inspection reports when required

Maintains QA/QC databases

Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required

Other duties may be assigned

Qualification

ACI Field Grade I CertificationDOT CertificationsConcrete TestingAggregate TestingQuality Control KnowledgeBasic Computer SkillsMathematical CalculationsInterpersonal Skills

Required

Minimum or high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required

ACI Field Grade I Testing Technician

ACI Aggregate or Laboratory Certification; NRMCA Certification is a plus

Experience in the collection, testing and reporting of concrete and/or aggregate samples

Must obtain and maintain DOT certifications required to test concrete as required by state regulations

Less than one year of experience in a related field is required

Must be 18 years in age or older

Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check

Must be able to provide valid documentation for Form I-9

Must adhere strictly to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook

Must be willing to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required

Must have a valid driver's license and meet the qualifications of the fleet safety program

Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required

Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary

Individuals must wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA

Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations

Must know and understand all DOT regulations, such as sampling frequency, sampling methods, graduation requirements, quality requirements, etc

Working knowledge of ACI, ASTM, DOT and Regional standards and specifications

Knowledge of the aggregate and concrete manufacturing process

Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant

Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving, and receiving feedback

Must be able to perform simple mathematical calculations

Must have or acquire basic computer skills and be able to work with e-mail and simple spreadsheets

Able to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to manipulate objects or controls, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk and hear

May require sitting for extended periods of time

Lift, carry and hold materials, tools and supplies

Vision abilities (with correction) include close, distance, peripheral, depth, and the ability to adjust focus

Must be able to hold weights of 5-10lbs in a stretched arm position for extended periods

Must be able to lift 50 lbs (minimum) repetitively

Able to stand on hard surfaces for extended periods

Able to work in all weather conditions

Able to work extended hours if needed

Benefits

Medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

Company

CRH

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CRH manufactures and distributes building materials and products for construction projects. It is a sub-organization of CRH Ventures.

Founded in 1970

Rathfarnham, Dublin, IRL

10001+ employees

http://crh.com

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