What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Materials Testing Technician position at Midland Standard Engineering?
Midland Standard Engineering & Testing, Inc.
Job Description
In this job, you will:
Perform laboratory testing of construction materials.
Perform field testing of concrete, soils, asphalt, aggregate, or masonry products.
Become proficient in and perform tests such as gradations, Proctors, Nuclear Density Gauge, concrete slump, and asphalt gyratory compaction.
Perform excavation observations.
Report test results and communicate updates to project managers. Training and necessary equipment is provided.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Laboratory testing to include soil classification, grain size, Atterberg limits, moisture density relationship, IBV, unconfined strength, concrete cylinders.
- Perform field testing of plastic concrete, soils, bituminous, or masonry products.
- Perform field density and proctor density test of soils.
- Perform field testing of plastic concrete.
- Perform laboratory testing of bituminous materials.
- Observe excavations and correlate the observations with soil boring logs.
- Perform hand auger borings under the direction of the project manager.
- Perform other laboratory tests and calibrations.
- Report test results.
- Communicate with client, earthwork contractor and/or producer, ready-mix supplier.
- Conduct miscellaneous projects involving work procedures, laboratory and equipment.
- Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2-year vocational or college degree is preferred.
- Related experience is a preferred.
Work Area: Southern Wisconsin, Northern Illinois, NW Indiana
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- South Elgin, IL 60177 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- South Elgin, IL 60177: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $30