Overview:
SUMMIT Engineering, Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) Company has an opening in our Construction Services Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.
Build your future as a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Engineering Field Technician Intern at SUMMIT Engineering, Laboratory & Testing, Inc., A UES Company. As one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the nation, we're looking for bold new talent to grow along with us.
No experience? Not a problem! We believe in the value of hard work. If you're known for your unmatched work ethic, reliability, and willingness to work in a team, you have the foundation needed.
Position Summary:
Your role as a CMT Engineering Field Technician Intern will put you at the forefront of projects that are transforming communities. You will shadow and learn to be an expert in concrete and soils field sampling, testing procedures, verification procedures, and the application of various construction materials. With projects ranging from complex roadway construction to single-family residential communities, you will gain the knowledge and experience necessary to take your skills to the next level.
Job Responsibilities:
•Travel to various job sites in a company provided vehicle
•Learn how to perform routine field sampling and/or testing on construction materials
•Responsible for the field compaction testing, sampling and observation of soils, stone, and asphalt, utilizing field equipment such as nuclear density gauges or drive tube methods
•Perform concrete, grout, and masonry quality control tests through sampling and visual observation, performing slump tests and collecting compressive and flexural strength
•Sample asphalt cores to verify thickness
•Read maps, blueprints, follow directions, and interpret engineering and construction plans
•Perform hand augers with dynamic cone penetrometer (DCP) testing to collect data of subsurface conditions for foundations, roadways, and other surfaces
•Communicate daily with site contractors, other technicians, and project managers verbally and electronically
•Observe and complete accurate and detailed daily field-testing reports and/or diagrams to clients, supervisors, and project managers
•Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
Required:
•High School diploma or equivalent
•Must be at least 18 years old to drive company vehicle and for entry onto job sites
•Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
•Monday - Friday daytime availability (typically 7am-5pm) during May, June, July, August
•Outdoor work experience
•Ability to read, write and use technology including phone and computer
•Ability to follow company policies and safety requirements
Preferred but not required:
•Heavy lifting/manual labor experience
•Student majoring in Civil Engineering, Environmental Science or similar field
•Prior experience as field/engineering technician, construction materials testing or related experience
•ACI, ICC and/or NCDOT/SCDOT certifications and/or willingness to obtain industry certifications
Who We Are:
Our National Footprint
SUMMIT Engineering, Laboratory & Testing, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering and consulting services firm which specializes in Construction Materials Testing, Geotechnical, Environmental and Structural Engineering as well as Forensic Inspections, Residential and Retaining Wall Design, Subsurface Drilling, Chapter 17 Special Inspections, Advanced AASHTO, ACI, AMRL, CCRL and NCDOT Laboratory Testing.
In 2021, SUMMIT strategically merged with the Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) Family, becoming part of the UES brand of companies which provides services that contribute to projects that transform communities and deliver groundbreaking solutions for their clients. As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, 2022 and 2023, our team is poised to lead our industry into the future. UES has evolved from a one-man operation to a company spanning over 80 branches and close to 4,000 teammates (and growing!) across the United States that help contribute to the betterment of our local and nationwide communities.
Why Work at SUMMIT Engineering, A UES Company?
Check out our SUMMIT Engineering website: https://summit-companies.com
Check out our UES website: www.teamues.com
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UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drugfree Workplace.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran UES is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
$15 - $16 an hour
Who We Are:
UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.
Growing in Excellence
As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 60 branches and 3,100 employees, we're looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.
Why Work at UES?
We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Click here to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace . Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.
Check out our website: teamues.com
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#GroundedInExcellence
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.