Construction Materials Testing Technician

WSP USA • Durham, NC • 6h ago

This Opportunity

WSP's Engineered Construction team is growing, and we have opportunities for Construction Materials Testing Technicians in Durham, NC to perform field inspections and observations for commercial, industrial, and transportation related construction projects. We are seeking experienced construction engineering inspectors with ACI and other certifications.

Your Impact

Perform testing on general building sites and facilities

Interpret project plans and specifications for compliance with projects requirements

Perform soil density testing using both nuclear gauge and sand cone in accordance with ASTM and project specifications on site at commercial construction projects

Perform sampling and testing of concrete in accordance with ASTM and project specifications

Prepare and submit written field reports summarizing daily activities/observations and density calculations and results

Observe proof rolls, undercut operations, perform footing inspections with dynamic cone penetrometer, and inspect rebar

Test and work in accordance with Company safety policies

Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications

Interact with client representative (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites

Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minimum 3 years related experience

Valid Driver's License

Reliability - must be able to arrive at designated project sites prior to scheduled times

Ability to prepare reports and documentation

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Basic knowledge of Excel

Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as required

Must pass physical, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Preferred Qualifications

1 year+ Construction Materials Testing experience either on commercial projects or on transportation construction projects

Recent graduate with BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

ACI Field Level I certification (concrete sampling and field testing)

Troxler or equivalent certification

Ability to evaluate soil subgrade prior to placement of fill and perform standard soil Proctor and moisture checks

Ability to read and understand site grading drawings

Other NCDOT certifications

Physical Demands

Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work

Ability to stoop, kneel and to routinely lift and carry 50 pounds

Clean driving record and capable of being insured for driving company vehicles

Able to work in variable outside conditions, including extreme heat or cold

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.

www.wsp.com

WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.

At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

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