Technician - Material Testing

Schemmer is looking to hire a detail-oriented full-time Construction Materials Testing Technician in the Council Bluffs, IA metro area.

Job Details:
Level: Entry;

Location:

Council Bluffs, IA 51503;
Position Type:
Full Time.

This field technician position earns a competitive salary based on skills and experience. Outstanding benefits include health, dental, vision, life, STD and LTD insurance at no cost, paid time off (PTO), a Section 125 plan, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and educational reimbursement.

As a member of the geotechnical engineering division, you’ll perform a variety of in-office and field tasks. Your main responsibilities include performing soil, concrete, masonry, and weld tests, conducting special inspections, calibrating laboratory and field equipment, processing laboratory and field data, and producing high‑quality test reports with limited oversight.

• GED or Diploma
• 3+ years of experience in testing and inspections, including laboratory and field (training available for individuals with less experience)
• Construction experience and understanding of construction documents and specifications preferred
• ACI and ICC certifications preferred (certification training during winter months)
• Knowledge of ASTM and AASHTO test methods for materials testing and IBC requirements for special inspections helpful but not required
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to sites in Iowa and Nebraska
• Ability to pass a federal background check
• Knowledge of geotechnical laboratory and field‑testing equipment
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs

• Walk, stand, sit, and move over construction project surfaces in a manner that is not injurious to you or persons near you
• Climb on construction surfaces with proper safety equipment
• Frequently, safely lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds in a proper manner to not cause injury