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Form of workMichael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services , including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker's more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/ .
CONSTRUCTION PRACTICE
Michael Baker International's Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.
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Michael Baker International is looking for a career driven, Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician for construction project testing and inspections. MBI is a top leading engineering firm and with our constant growth and evolvement in the construction industry, we are searching for individuals with the same ambition and drive to continue in our success.
A (CMT) technician performs a variety of tests and inspections on Construction Materials such as soils, deep and shallow foundations, concrete, asphalt, and masonry. They check that the components of each unique structure has been assembled in a manner consistent with its plans and specifications. Design teams communicate their requirements to contractors who build the designs, and CMT technicians help provide the expertise to know it is done right. A CMT technician's typical responsibility includes testing foundations, soils, asphalt and concrete on construction sites. The work environment changes every day as construction progresses, weather fluctuates, and terrain varies from site to site. A CMT technician's role is critical to the construction industry as the tests they perform help to evaluate the contractor's conformance with the plans and specifications that engineers use to communicate their design.
Performing routine material tests and communicating the results is an important part of any project. We do require that a CMT technician be able to physically lift 75 pounds above their head. CMT technicians use several tools and testing apparatuses to check work quality. Michael Baker International can and will provide as needed. There is typically a 2-3-week training period for entry level employees, however previous experience is not required but is considered in the hiring process.
Write detailed reports to employers and clients to describe the quality of the work observed performed and tested each day and any defects, non-compliances or repairs that need to be made. An effective CMT technician is also an effective communicator. They must be able to clearly understand each person's role on the project and accurately report the status and quality of the project to all necessary parties. A CMT technician must be able to give feedback to owners, developers, general and subcontractors as well as geotechnical, civil, and structural engineers so they can help with the production, progress and overall safety and compliance of a positive project.
There are many different career opportunities for CMT technicians and it's a great way to get your foot in the door to the construction industry. At Michael Baker International we are always looking to develop our technicians and elevate them to senior-level roles where they can obtain additional certifications and experience that allows them to work on more high-profile projects.
As you can see, CMT technicians are essential to building projects of all types. Our CMT technicians provide quality control and assurance by monitoring the whole construction process.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Project materials sampling and testing. One of the most crucial materials that we sample and test is concrete. After collecting a sample of concrete, CMT technicians then perform a series of tests. First, they will check the temperature of the concrete followed by an air content test. The air content test is used to evaluate microscopic air bubbles in the concrete that give it freeze thaw resistance and other important properties. Too much air may indicate unintended reactions that may cause the concrete to lose strength. Next, they will perform the concrete slump test, which documents the consistency of the concrete. Finally, strength samples will be made and after initially curing in the field, hardened samples are then returned to a laboratory for storage until they are ready to test. Compaction testing and bearing capacity testing of the soils naturally in place or put in place by contractors to support buildings and pavements. Projects are only successful if the proper materials are placed at the appropriate moisture and sufficiently compacted. Testing soil compaction is an important check on the contractor's work.
PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum of 0-5 years' experience
- HS Diploma
- NCDOT/M&T Experience considered
- NCDOT QMS Asphalt, ABC Sampling, Borrow Pit Sampling, Conventional Density, ACI/NCDOT Concrete, and Level II E&SC Certifications preferred
- Experience in commercial, industrial, vertical and horizontal construction inspection preferred, but not required
- Computer skills: MS Office, iPad OS, Windows OS, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat
The salary range for this position is $20.00- $30.00 hour. This will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidateMichael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 80 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with nearly 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.Michael Baker International is looking for a career driven, Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician for construction project testing and inspections. MBI is a top leading engineering firm and with our constant growth and evolvement in the construction industry, we are searching for individuals with the same ambition and drive to continue in our success.
