Construction Materials Engineering Technician

S&ME Inc.
tuition reimbursement, 401(k), company vehicle
United States, Kentucky, Lexington
Nov 10, 2024
Construction Materials Engineering Technician Requisition Number: 2024-1830-06 Do you have some experience in construction materials testing and eager to continue growing your career working on a variety of projects, learning every day and obtaining more industry certifications? Join our team in Lexington, KY as we are looking for passionate, hard-working individuals to ensure the successful placement and use of soil, concrete, rebar, asphalt, aggregate, and other building materials meet industry standards and project specifications. Your Day-to-Day: As a Construction Materials Engineering Technician, you will have a company vehicle to perform the field testing and observations of construction materials on project sites. It is our job to make sure it is "built right", and at S&ME we take that responsibility very seriously. You will have the opportunity to obtain additional certifications to help you advance in your career, perform more complex testing, take on more responsibilities, and mentor younger technicians. Review construction plans and specifications to ensure seamless alignment with on-site observations Conduct as well as observe testing and inspections of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, and other relevant materials, to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards Utilize advanced software like Metafield to document reporting and testing results Calibrate equipment to industry standards to ensure precision in testing processes Conduct Special Inspection observations to enforce regulatory compliance and quality assurance on projects Maintain open communication with stakeholders to foster trust and transparency, driving the success of our projects What You Bring: A high school diploma/ GED 2+ years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials or equivalent experience and an associate degree in a related field Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language Any of the following certifications are a plus: American Concrete Institute (ACI) Field Testing Grade I Strength Testing Technician Laboratory Technician International Code Council (ICC) Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils). DOT Certifications in the fields of Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and Concrete. Working Conditions and Physical Demands: You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as: Working outdoors in varying weather conditions walking over rough and uneven terrain Standing up to 8+ hours a day based on project needs Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment) Traveling out-of-town (typically overnight) for assignments as necessary Working outside of normal business hours when necessary We Are 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: S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources for you to grow and thrive in your career. We strive to find ways to promote mental, physical and emotional health and wellness for our organization. We offer the following benefits and much more: 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 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.