Construction Material Field Technician

WHO IS HILLIS-CARNES?

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates (HCEA) is a top-tier, multi-disciplined engineering firm with 30 years of demonstrated success (and counting!) Just ask Engineering News-Record who named us to its ranking of "Top 500 Design Firms in the Nation" for our continued rapid growth and success. HCEA strongly believes in fostering teamwork, rewarding ambition, and providing opportunities for professional advancement. WHY HILLIS-CARNES? Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Option Program), you receive ownership stock in the company ! Competitive pay. Paid on-the-job training. Generous Paid Time Off/Holidays/Floater Holidays. Paid education expenses for associated certifications. Company cell or reimbursement for use of personal phone Employee Self-Service Portal Employee Referral Bonus program up to $5,000 Free HCEA apparel and work boots Personal Protective Equipment and safety gear Paid mileage Fun company-sponsored events, Wellness Seminars, and more! Our Benefits Package Medical (w/Health Savings Account Options) Plans Dental and Vision Plans 100% Employer-Paid Benefits (Long-Term Disability, Basic Life) Voluntary Short-Term Disability Voluntary Life Employee Assistance Program 401k w/ Company Match Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in which employees acquire shares in the company; the more successful the company is, the more valuable the shares become. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? Responsibilities As a Construction Materials Testing Technician in the Owings Mills, MD office, you will directly play an integral role in the success of our organization. As part of this team, you will work independently and in collaboration with our knowledgeable, dynamic staff and on a wide variety of land development and construction projects. The key responsibilities will include: Field observations at jobsites in the region. Sampling and testing of construction materials. Preparing accurate daily logs that outline your inspections and results of the test you performed on construction materials. The construction materials you will be working with include soil, aggregates, concrete, grout, masonry, asphalt, and structural steel. Daily communication with PM or Operations Manager regarding project progress or other pertinent communication by the contractor. WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS? Reliable vehicle for field work, valid driver's license, and satisfactory driving record. Must meet additional pre-employment criteria. Ability to lift and/or move up to 60-80 pounds (soil and concrete samples, nuclear gauges, other equipment) Ability to work in all outdoor climates and mobility over various terrain. Attention to detail and quality, while adhering to all safety requirements. Effective verbal and written communication skills required. Use of company provided tablet and working knowledge of MS Office programs. Ability to perform basic math and use measurement tools. With training, the ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Hiring preference will be given to experienced technicians with verifiable certifications such as ACI, NICET, WACEL, etc. EE/Minorities and Women encouraged to apply. Salary: $15.00 - $23.00 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates, Inc.