Construction Materials Testing Field Technician

Froehling & Robertson • Chesapeake Mobile Home Park, Virginia, United States • 2d ago

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work. Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team. Join stability. Apply now!

Who we are looking for:

As a CMT Technician, you will help ensure public safety by traveling to construction sites to inspect the contractor's work, and perform basic field soil and concrete tests under the direction of other F&R technicians or engineering professionals to verify the work is performed in accordance with project specifications. With minimal paperwork involved, all inspections/observations and test data is input on smart phones/tablets in the field for immediate transmittal to our Project Managers for review.

What you'll be doing:

Including but not limited to:

Performing field materials testing of soil, asphalt, masonry and concrete
Preparing detailed and complete field reports with all relevant test results and inspections/observations provided
Performing laboratory tests on soil and concrete and preparing reports of results
Evaluating site and subgrade conditions on construction projects and providing recommendations
Communicating with clients, contractors, and engineering and technician staff regarding construction issues

Developing employees to reach their full career aspirations and potential is important to F&R. Our job classifications allow you to develop a pathway with your manager for your career progression as you gain more experience and qualifications. Related experience from previous employment, training, and certifications will be taken into consideration.

Apply now to be considered for:

Tech in Training-NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
Technician I
Technician II
Technician III
Sr. Technician I
Sr. Technician II

What you need to have:

A High School Diploma (or equivalent)
Prior construction or field testing experience preferred
ACI Level I Concrete, State DOT, WACEL, or ICC certifications in the disciplines of soils, reinforced concrete, and masonry are a plus
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Must be able to work independently and within teams to achieve goals
Must be detail oriented
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
A problem solver who can deal with a variety of variables at once
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to apply basic mathematical formulas and concepts to calculate quantities, estimate volumes, inspect constructed work, make recommendations in the field and to perform calculations for field and laboratory tests and equipment
Must be able to walk and stand continuously throughout the day
Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 70 pounds on a regular basis
Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R's pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record
Requires a valid, clean driver's license, as travel to job sites is required
Must continue to maintain a safe driving record and valid driver's license to fulfill travel requirements of this position

Check out our Perks + Benefits:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Company–observed paid holidays
Short and long-term disability coverage
401K retirement
Company Cell Phone + Tablet
Use of Company Vehicle for every day onsite travel

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.