Construction Materials Testing Technician

SCI Engineering is a multi-discipline firm offering a variety of services from the design development stage through construction. We specialize in Geotechnical, Environmental, Natural Resources, Cultural Resources and Construction Material Testing services.The Technician Trainee will learn the responsibilities of the position. They will be expected to reach Technician I within 3-6 months of employment. Demonstrates capabilities by arriving to work on time, turning in mileage and timesheets each Friday, completes reports and DFRs each day, and maintains satisfactory ratings on all equipment, safety and vehicle audits.Benefits (Full-time employees eligible) include:401(k) (Matching Program)Health insurance (Including a HDHP option free for employees)Dental insurance (Free for Employees)Vision insurance (Free for Employees)Disability insurance (Free for Employees)Life insurance (Basic Term Life Free for Employees)Paid Time Off (PTO)Professional Development AssistanceEmployee Referral BonusTuition ReimbursementWhy Join SCI?At SCI, your success is our success. We offer exciting opportunities for career advancement and professional development, encouraging continuous skill development and promoting from within based on performance and initiative. Collaboration and mentoring are key to our culture, and we welcome ideas for innovation and improvement. We also offer teambuilding opportunities through various clubs and committees.Don’t take our word for it – an independent survey revealed that 100% of our Texas Construction staff feel they have opportunities to learn and grow and 89% feel they see great communication here. One employee described why they love their job:‘I enjoy working for a place of development, and SCI Engineering, Inc. provides those opportunities.’We are proud to be recognized as a 2025 and 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplace (topworkplaces.com/company/sci-engineering/), having earned the award for the second year in a row. Our employees enjoy a casual dress code, including jeans every day, and benefit from a flexible work schedule that supports work-life balance. Our Good Cause Charity Program empowers employees to donate to the charity of the month, with SCI matching contributions.Bonus OpportunityNew Full-time employees are eligible to participate in the SCI Training Success Incentive Program. This program provides new employees the opportunity to earn up to a $500 bonus upon obtaining specific certifications during the first 9 months of employment. More information to be provided during the interview process.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform various tests and inspections on construction materialsWritten and electronic reports must be completed regularlyVerbal communication with site and office personnel is required.For more experienced personnel, some supervision and training of less-experienced staff is likely.Adhere to strict safety procedures and standards.• Minimum of a high school diploma or the equivalent.• Zero to one year prior experience required. At least 1 year of relevant experience is preferred.• Must have reliable transportation.• Valid driver’s license and current driver’s insurance.• Must be available for overtime and weekend work as needed.• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.• Requires a basic logical understanding of smartphones.• Requires logical approach to problem solving.• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.• Must enjoy working outside.SCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any applicant. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sci-Engineerin