Construction Materials Testing Technician

Job Description

 

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level! 

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

 

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you! From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps to develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.  

 

Step into Your New Role 

Kleinfelder's San Diego office seeks experienced construction materials testing technicians to join our team. Kleinfelder offers:

 

• Competitive wages.
• Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, & life insurance; HSA & FSA; 401K; paid holidays; and paid time off (PTO);
• Certification training and professional development (ICC, ACI, AWS, Caltrans, etc.);
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Career advancement opportunities with one of the largest and most respected firms in the industry.

 

We're looking for individuals with strong initiative, who will perform construction observation and materials testing services on various projects to verify conformance to construction plans and specifications.

 

Specific responsibilities include:

• Following proper procedures
• Completing work in a timely manner
• Prepare daily field observation reports and materials testing data sheets
• Performing accurate computations
• Maintaining cordial relationships with coworkers, clients, contractors, etc.

 

This position may require travel from time to time.

 

Consideration for this position requires the following certifications or experience: 

• 2 year minimum of construction materials testing or inspection experience
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade 1
• Radiation safety training for the operation of a nuclear density gauge
• 2 year minimum of soils observation and testing
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Able to use a company provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• A good work ethic and high level of personal integrity
• Authorization to work in the United States 

 

In addition to the above required certifications, hiring preference will be given to those with any of the following desired certifications:

 

• ICC Reinforced Concrete
• Caltrans Testing Certifications

  Move Forward with KleinfelderKleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 85 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.  Progress with an Employer that Values YouKleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through  diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:   Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with California Pay Scale Disclosure Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $21.08 - $35.11 per hour.   Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our inter