Job Information
Insight Global Materials Technician in Nashville, Tennessee
Job Description
One of Insight Global's premier engineering consulting clients is looking for Construction Materials Field Technicians to join their team in Nashville, TN. This person will be joining a large team of Technicians within the Materials Department who are entrusted to solve construction-related challenges. Daily, this person's responsibilities will involve performing critical materials testing and observation and inspection services on construction projects. Critical testing and inspections may include field or laboratory testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt as well as field observations and inspections for foundations, reinforcing steel, masonry, and structural steel. Additionally, this person will need to provide documentation of results and findings to clients and industry partners. Some projects this person may work on include roadways, bridges, airports, large commercial developments, wind farms, solar farms, healthcare, K-12 schools, higher education facilities, and more.
Day to Day:
o Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed in accordance with training and the specified procedures. (e.g. soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel).
o Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
o Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
o Communicates information to Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM- (anything regarding the construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results.)
o Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis. Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observation in the form of written and digital reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Project Manager.
o Assists higher level technicians on complex tasks.
o Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration.
o Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects. Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
o Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com .
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Skills and Requirements
Ability to read and interpret structural and/or civil drawings
Experience working in the construction/engineering field
Valid driver's license Construction materials testing experience
Structural inspection background
Construction management degree or engineering degree
Field engineering experience null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.