Construction Materials Testing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Valparaiso, FL: Flexicrew Technical Services (FTS) is seeking entry-level Construction Materials Testing Technicians to support field testing and inspection activities on construction projects. This is a great opportunity for candidates interested in gaining hands-on experience in construction materials testing and field inspection.

Essential Duties:
• Perform sampling and testing of asphalt, concrete, and soils.
• Conduct field inspections of various construction activities.
• Monitor pile driving, paving, earthwork, and other construction operations.
• Perform testing and inspection activities in accordance with established procedures and project requirements.
• Accurately document field observations and testing activities.
• Work around active construction sites and coordinate with field personnel as needed.
• Assist with the training and mentoring of lower-level technicians as experience is gained.

Requirements/Skills:
• Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Interest in construction, materials testing, inspection, or related field work.
• Ability to work safely in active construction environments.
• Ability to use basic hand tools and field testing equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established testing and inspection procedures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors and navigate uneven construction sites.
• Dependable with a willingness to learn and develop construction materials testing skills.

Physical Requirements:
• Ability to push a wheelbarrow loaded with concrete across uneven and rutted construction site surfaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder height.
• Ability to climb in and out of the back of a pickup truck and shallow trenches.
• Ability to use shovels and picks for digging and sampling.
• Ability to walk and maneuver around formed areas containing rebar and other construction-site obstructions before and during concrete placement.
• Ability to bend and squat to lift materials or navigate objects on construction sites.
• Ability to safely use various hand tools, including saws, hammers, and wrenches.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Flexicrew Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with FTS is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications. Employment or consideration will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.