Construction Materials Testing Technician III

Construction Materials and Testing Technician III

Kleinfelder's Construction Services team in Charlotte, NC seeks an experienced Technician III to perform on‑site field observations and materials testing for construction projects across North Carolina. The role entails inspecting and sampling materials for buildings, bridges, roadways, and other infrastructure as well as preparing detailed reports.

• Perform field observations and material sampling/testing during construction of buildings, bridges, roadways, and other infrastructure.
• Test construction materials including soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, metal decking, roofing, and paving.
• Write daily field reports documenting work performed by contractors and indicating compliance/non‑compliance with contract documents.
• Cast field samples of concrete, masonry, grout, etc. for strength verification.
• Provide daily phone calls to the Department Manager to inform of project progress.
• Pick up construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, and deliver equipment to site technicians.

• 3+ years of special inspection and/or construction materials testing experience.
• Radiation safety training for operation of a nuclear density gauge.
• ACI Concrete Field‑Testing Technician – Grade 1.
• NCDOT testing/inspection certifications.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• Strong work ethic, integrity, attention to detail, quality, and safety.
• Ability to monitor contractors and report results verbally and in writing, including preparation of detailed reports and maintenance of work activity records.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

• NCDOT testing/inspection certifications.
• ICC Special Inspector certifications (Reinforced Concrete, Pre‑stressed Concrete, Soil, Spray‑applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Structural Welding, Structural Steel and Bolting).
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – American Welding Society (AWS).

• Bend, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds repetitively and over 50 pounds using handling equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment as necessary (ultrasonic non‑destructive testing machine, concrete cylinder press, etc.).
• Maintain safe mobility over construction obstacles by foot and ladder.
• Work outside in variable weather at field sites and in labs with appropriate safety protection.

• Competitive wages.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
• Certification training and professional development (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.).
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Career advancement opportunities.

We support continuous learning through reimbursement for continuing education, training and certification expenses, and internal mentoring programs.

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules.

Kleinfelder is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and are proud of a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.