Materials Testing Technician - Military veterans preferred

Forge ahead with WSB. WSB was founded on the understanding that culture drives results and we’ve dedicated ourselves to the value of strong relationships, collaboration, and forward-thinking ideas. We’ve inspired each other to discover thoughtful and creative solutions that look beyond the needs of today to the opportunities of tomorrow. We invite you to forge ahead with us.    

Experience and/or certifications held related to construction inspection or construction materials testing is not required but preferred.  Must pass the following exams within 60 days of employment:  

• Nuclear Density Safety Course. (if you do not currently have)

What you will do:

• Perform field tests according to prescribed procedures and standards.
• Provide test and inspection data for environmental, engineering, field, and laboratory projects. Must have a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Collect soil and concrete samples, prepare samples for testing, record data, and prepare summary reports.
• Use specialized equipment and apparatus to prepare reports and/or technical data.
• Operate computer systems and peripheral equipment. Maintain results log.
• Confer with Engineering staff on test efforts.
• Set up, maintain, and calibrate equipment.
• Requires some lifting and carrying.
• Field assignments may require travel and/or work to be performed on site.
• Work with other task team members and leaders.
• Considerable contact with clients, subcontractors, and vendors expected. 

What you will bring:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Requires the ability to lift / carry a case that weighs 95 pounds and push up to 250 pounds in a wheelbarrow.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Ability to work nights and weekends.  
• Ability to prepare reports and documentation.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Leadership and interpersonal skills

Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.  

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.             

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.