Role and Responsibilities
The specific responsibilities include
Perform observations and testing on materials testing projects to verify conformance to the construction plans and specifications.
Submitting daily field reports and data reports summarizing daily activities.
Conduct engineering calculations under the supervision of a professional engineer.
Maintaining objectives, initiatives, and overall goals set forth by the project manager.
Qualification Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology
EIT or GIT or ability to obtain within 6 months.
0 to 3 years' experience in the provision of geotechnical-related engineering field
Must have valid TX Driver's License
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs., work outdoors in varying weather conditions, traverse uneven terrain, and stand for extended periods.
Preferred Skills
Creative problem-solving skills
Responsive attitude and approach to staff and client needs
Timely decision-making skills
Ability to read and review test procedures, standards, plans, and specifications.
This position may require occasional travel and/or night work based on project locations, client needs, and/or active project assignments.
Required Certifications include (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire):
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I
Radiation Safety (nuclear density gauge: Troxler, CPN, Instrotek)
Texas Department of Transportation Testing Certifications
Kleinfelder offers a certification incentive program, including opportunities for additional compensation after obtaining industry certifications. In addition, we provide cross-training opportunities with the Geotechnical Department, including field logging, laboratory testing, and engineering support activities to support employee development and career growth.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.
Move Forward with Kleinfelder: Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.
Progress with an Employer that Values You
Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:
Benefits: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays.
Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.
Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES
Please note that Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.
