Construction Materials Testing Technician at Wood PLC in El Paso, Texas

Job Description:

Overview / Responsibilities


Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions has an immediate need in El Paso, TX office for a Construction Materials Testing Technician to perform field inspections and observations for roadways, structures, utilities and bridge construction projects.


Key Responsibilities

• Perform soil, concrete, asphalt and masonry testing; Steel inspection abilities a plus


• Provide daily reports of observation and test results


• Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications


• Interact with client representative (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites


• Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data; and


• Travel within Texas, New Mexico and surrounding states to support other Wood offices; approximately 10% overnight travel

Skills / Qualifications


Role Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required


• Ideal candidate has 5 to 10 Years direct work experience in construction materials testing


• ACI, NICET, TXDOT, TTCP certification preferred but not mandatory


• Valid Driver's License required


• Reliability - must be able to arrive at designated project sites prior to scheduled times


• Ability to prepare reports and documentation


• Ability and willingness to travel to support other Wood offices and projects desires; Approximately 10% overnight travel, with opportunities for longer term travel assignments


• Must pass drug test, physical, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Preferred Qualifications

• ACI, NICET, TTCP or DOT certification preferred but not required


• 5+ years of Materials Testing experience

Physical Demands

• Ability to stoop, kneel and lift up to 50 pounds


• Will work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and will walk on uneven ground

Company Overview


Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com


Diversity Statement


We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.


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