Construction Materials Testing Technician

Requisition Number: 2024-1350-10

S&ME is seeking Construction Materials Testing Technicians eager to gain experience working on aviation projects throughout the Charlotte, NC market. If you are eager to contribute and make an impact in your career, then come join our Aviation team as a Construction Materials Testing Technician and help us ensure that airport facilities, runways, hangars, and other related construction sites meet industry standards and specifications making a real impact on the local infrastructure.

As an Aviation Construction Materials Testing Technician, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team that provides full-service construction materials testing, geotechnical, and environmental services to small and large airports across the southeast. Our team is focused on growth within the aviation marketplace and we need dedicated, hardworking and skilled technicians to ensure the project is built right. S&ME is a leader in the aviation market with more than 4 years of current booked work.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Review construction plans and specifications to ensure seamless alignment with on-site observations
• Conduct as well as observe testing and inspections of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, and other relevant materials, to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards
• Utilize advanced software like Metafield to document reporting and testing results
• Calibrate equipment to industry standards to ensure precision in testing processes
• Conduct Special Inspection observations to enforce regulatory compliance and quality assurance on projects
• Maintain open communication with stakeholders to foster trust and transparency, driving success of our projects

What You Bring:

• High school diploma/GED
• 2+ years of experience in construction materials testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials or equivalent experience and an associate degree in a related field.
• Proficiently complete data entry into multiple software applications on a smart device, using Microsoft Office and Outlook
• Effective math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure
• One or More Active Certification(s) Required:
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician; DOT Certifications in the fields of Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and Concrete

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Traveling out-of-town (may include overnight) for assignments as necessary.
• Working outside of normal business hours when necessary.

Who We Are:

We are S&ME. For over 50 years, our collaborative approach to geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials has offered innovative solutions to solve our clients' most complex challenges. Together, our work results in lasting positive community impacts across the country.

Collectively, we are 1000+ proud employee-owners across 10+ states, and value eager, passionate, honest, and hard-working employees who strive to make positive impacts on our communities. With employee ownership at our foundation, we are all vested in the success of each other and S&ME. We know that creating an environment where employees can grow and flourish, both professionally and personally, leads to our collective drive for success. That's why we put our employees first in everything from safety to opportunity.

What We Offer:

We offer a generous benefits package with a full suite of options, including well-being programs to support you and your family, as well as the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Gas Card for Project-Based Work
• Equipment Stipend
• $2,000-5,000 Referral Bonuses
• & More!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career in construction materials with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join us at S&ME!

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.

No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.

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