Construction Materials / Engineering Technician
West Seneca, NY
Full Time
Entry Level
Encorus Group is currently seeking full-time Construction Materials / Engineering Technician to join our team. This position is based out of our West Seneca, NY office.
As the Construction Materials / Engineering Technician, you will be responsible for testing and inspecting various construction materials such as concrete, soils, asphalt, and masonry, both on-site and within Encorus Group's accredited testing facility.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Pay Range: Encorus Group is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/AA Disability/Veteran) and is committed to fair and equitable compensation for our employees. The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00 per hour. Specific compensation for the successful candidate will be determined based on their knowledge, skills, and experience.
As the Construction Materials / Engineering Technician, you will be responsible for testing and inspecting various construction materials such as concrete, soils, asphalt, and masonry, both on-site and within Encorus Group's accredited testing facility.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct field inspections at construction sites to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Test physical properties of materials like concrete, soil, and asphalt.
- Examine test samples, interpret blueprints, schematics, and measuring instruments.
- Evaluate and review test and construction data with supervisors, reporting findings to engineers and other laboratory personnel.
- Collect soil and construction material samples in the field; perform laboratory testing as required.
- Set up and adapt test equipment based on data sheets and instructions from engineering department personnel.
- Perform various tests on construction materials using advanced materials-testing equipment.
- Inspect asphalt and concrete batch plants, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Record and report test results, performing necessary mathematical calculations and graphical representations.
- Utilize computer software for documentation and communication purposes.
- Maintain accurate records of testing procedures, results, and equipment calibration.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to obtain certifications from ACI, NICET, ICC, and AWS, and maintain them as directed by the company.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for sample collection, field tests, and inspections.
- Ability to comply with company drug screening, including pre-employment tests.
- Ability to perform job functions with personal protective equipment, and adverse weather conditions and to climb ladders to access equipment at heights.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior construction experience
- Current certifications from the ACI, NICET, ICC, and AWS organizations.
Pay Range: Encorus Group is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/AA Disability/Veteran) and is committed to fair and equitable compensation for our employees. The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00 per hour. Specific compensation for the successful candidate will be determined based on their knowledge, skills, and experience.
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