WSP Global - Asheville, NC
posted about 2 months ago
Part-time
Asheville, NC
10,001+ employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
About the position
WSP's Engineered Construction team is expanding and is looking for Construction Materials Testing Technicians in Asheville, NC. This part-time role involves performing field inspections and observations for various construction projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications and safety policies. The position requires experienced construction engineering inspectors with relevant certifications to conduct testing and prepare reports on construction materials.
Responsibilities
- Perform testing on general building sites and facilities.
- Interpret project plans and specifications for compliance with project 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 representatives (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites.
- Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data.
Requirements
- 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.
Nice-to-haves
- 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.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement savings plan
