Engineering Technician - Construction Materials Testing

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 600+ employees in 30 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

Benefit options include:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Bonus program
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description:

The Alpharetta, Georgia office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking an Engineering Technician for Construction Materials Testing, to join our growing practice.  We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team.

Job Responsibilities:

• Field observation and testing during placement of construction materials including soil, concrete, and reinforcing steel
• Preparation of reports documenting observations and test results
• Communication with contractors and engineers to discuss observations and test results
• Opportunities for advancement based on performance, work quality, ability to obtain NICET certifications, and ability to obtain post-secondary educational degrees

Required Skills/Experience:

• High School degree
• Valid Driver’s License
• Possess good oral, written, communication, and organizational skills
• Able to perform rudimentary mathematic computations
• Attentive to detail
• Interest in working outdoors on construction sites
• Candidates must be able to lift 50 - 75 pounds on an occasional basis and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, climb ladders and work outside
• Prior experience on construction projects is preferred (2+ years)
• Possess ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification, or be able to attain within three (3) months of start date
• Completion of APNGA Nuclear Gauge Safety Class with U.S. DOT HAZMAT, or ability to complete within three (3) months of start date

Other Requirements:

• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment screening

The compensation range for an Engineering Technician is between $20/hr to $33/hr. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location

*Sign-on Bonus amount based on experience