Construction Materials Technician

Position: Construction Materials Technician

Requisition Number: 2023-1050-08B

S&ME is seeking motivated and passionate technicians with experience in Construction Materials testing in Raleigh, NC eager to grow their career, obtain additional certifications and lead younger technicians on job sites. If you're looking for a new challenge and ready for this type of opportunity, join us at S&ME!

What is the job?

As an Construction Materials Technician, you will have a company vehicle to perform the field testing and observations of Construction Materials on project sites. These tests you perform each day help ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications. You will see construction projects from beginning to end, documenting the successful placement and use of soil, concrete, rebar, asphalt, aggregate, and other building materials. It is our job to make sure it is "built right", and at S&ME we take that responsibility very seriously. You will have the opportunity to obtain additional certifications to help you advance in your career, perform more complex testing taking on more responsibilities and mentoring younger technicians. Join us and become part of the team that makes construction a success.

• Working outside making an impact on the community around you by conducting field testing of Construction Materials (soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, etc.) to ensure compliance with industry standards and/or project specifications
• Opportunity to learn each day on a variety of high profile and exciting projects across the construction industry
• Impacting each office by performing testing that contributes to our company's success
• Reviewing plans and specifications in preparation of field observations on construction sites.
• Documenting field activities, observations, and testing results on projects.
• Daily use of Metafield®, and/or other field and laboratory information management system.
• Calibrating field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.
• Communicating with management staff, general contractors, and clients.

Who you are?

• You are looking for an opportunity that provides reliable hours, great pay and advancement, and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision insurance, disability, paid time off, 401k and company stock options.
• You want a challenging career in the construction industry with the potential of working on high profile and exciting projects.
• You are an independent worker who likes being outdoors and working with both your hands and your head.
• You value safety and believe in quality work.
• You want to learn, develop and advance your career by obtaining new certifications which is rewarded through a credential incentive program.

Want to see what it's like to work at S&ME as a Technician? Check out this Day in the Life video! https://vimeo.com/852819010

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED
• 2+ years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials or equivalent experience and an associate degree in a related field
• Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language
• Ability to routinely lift 40 to 50 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Ability to work and maneuver equipment, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground and around active construction sites
• Willingness to travel out-of-town for short duration assignments
• Ability to complete data entry into multiple software applicants on a smart device

Preferred Certifications:

• American Concrete Institute (ACI):
  • Field Testing Grade I
  • Strength Testing Technician
  • Laboratory Technician
• International Code Council (ICC)
  • Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils).
• DOT Certifications in the fields of Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and Concrete.

Why S&ME:

Our people are the heartbeat of our company, and with employee ownership at our foundation, we are all vested in the success of each other and S&ME as a whole. Personal and professional growth, fueled by development, leadership, and engagement efforts, propels us forward. Our commitment to our purpose of "helping you prosper" and our culture shines through these programs.

Check out this videohttps://bit.ly/41l9Kt2to hear directly from our employee-owners on what it's like working at S&ME.

S&ME Benefits to Help You Thrive:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical/ Dental/ Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account with company contributions/Flexible Spending Account
• 401K with company matching and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• PTO / Holidays with the ability to carryover
• Credential Incentive Program and Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with gas card
• Referral Bonuses

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career in Construction Materials testing with a firm committed to our employees and providing excellence, please visit our careers page to apply and learn more about us: https://www.smeinc.com/careers/

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.

No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.