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.