Construction Materials Testing Technician

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Full Time Technical Birmingham, AL, US

Bring your experience. Find your people. Build what matters.

At Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC), we believe great work happens when talented people have the trust, resources, and support to do their best work.

As a Job Title, you’ll bring your experience to meaningful projects that shape the communities we serve. You’ll have the opportunity to support GMC’s geotechnical and construction services by performing a variety of field and laboratory tests to ensure quality and compliance on construction sites, collaborate with talented professionals across disciplines, and build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and contractors.

Most importantly,
you won’t be expected to do it alone. You’ll be surrounded by a multidisciplinary team that values collaboration, shares knowledge, and is invested in your success.

As a Construction Materials Testing Technician, you’ll serve as a trusted professional conducting special inspections, material testing, and site observations across a range of project types and scales helping contribute to projects of significant scale and complexity while supporting the people around you.

You’ll:

• Perform site observations of earthwork, utility backfill, excavations, and foundation construction in addition to construction material testing and special inspections
• Collect samples and perform tests to monitor compliance with construction specifications
• Travel to job sites using company vehicles and interact with Design Team, Building Officials, Contractors, and Clients
• Document inspections and testing activities electronically through an online database including testing logs, work items, and picture records
• Coordinate with Project Managers providing constant communication when on site
• Clean and maintain equipment and vehicles in proper working order
• Perform other tasks directed by supervisor not specifically mentioned

We’re looking for an experienced Construction Materials Testing Technician who is ready to make an impact in GMC Birmingham.

It’s about
sharing what you know, learning from others, and helping the entire team succeed.

In this role, you’ll have opportunities to:

• Properly perform testing in accordance with applicable standards
• Perform work effectively and efficiently while maintaining a safe working environment
• Submit daily field reports
• Communicate daily with supervisor on projects and issues
  
  Communicate as needed with client and designated construction team members regarding project work

You’re an experienced Construction Materials Testing Technician who enjoys both the work and the people behind the work.

• A commitment to quality and thoughtful problem-solving
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to share your experience with others
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• A desire to contribute to something bigger than an individual project

• High School Diploma or equivalent education
• 2+ years’ preferred experience performing multi-discipline special inspections & tests
• Knowledge of local building codes
• Ability to achieve ICC certification within 2 years of hire, if not held at hire
• Ability to achieve ACI Field Concrete Testing Technician Level I certification within 1 year of hire, if not held at hire
• Nuclear Safety Training
• Valid Driver’s license with acceptable driving record
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to use Microsoft programs and Meta Field software

This is primarily an office-based role, with opportunities to get out into the…