Construction Material Testing Intern

Technicians help the professional and technical staff teams to function smoothly. They work closely with all firm members. This position requires professionalism and a willingness to work not only to meet expected deadlines but also as needed for excellence in service.  The technician provides support of a highly complex and responsible nature, interfacing regularly, comfortably and confidently with various levels both inside and outside the firm. The position requires considerable discretion, initiative, and independent judgment in non-routine matters.  The ability to learn the technical terminology and to be able to read documents and blueprints with a somewhat educated eye allows potential errors to be corrected.  Attention to details and consistency is thus required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The Technician I will run the following tests on regular basis with moderate supervision. The Technician I will also complete test forms and enter data as required.

• Nuclear Gauge compaction testing of soil and rock


• Drive cylinder compaction testing


• Moisture content determination


• Basic Concrete sampling and testing

• Minimum of a high school diploma or the equivalent. 


•  Experience in a related field preferred but not necessary. 


• Must have reliable transportation and enjoy working outside.  Must be available for overtime and weekend work as needed.


• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 


• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. 


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 


• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations. 


•  Requires a basic logical understanding of computers, general hardware and software. 


• Requires logical approach to problem solving.


• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.


• Must enjoy working outside.