Construction Materials Testing Technician at ALLWEST Testing & Engineering, Inc – Kennewick, Washington

Are you looking for a hands-on career with paid training and real growth opportunities?

ALLWEST is seeking Entry-Level Construction Materials Testing Technicians (Engineering Technicians) to join our Tri-Cities, WA team. If you have a desire to work with a dynamic team, grow your career and have a high level of personal accountability, we want to talk with you!

ALLWEST is a 100% employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and special inspections firm serving the Inland Northwest and beyond. We have offices located in Hayden, Lewiston and Meridian, Idaho; Missoula, Montana; and Spokane and Tri-Cities, Washington.

General Responsibilities

• Construction site field observation
• Perform sampling and field testing on construction materials such as concrete, soils, aggregates or asphalt in the field.
• Check compliance with plans and specifications
• Prepare electronic daily field reports that summarize services provided, and calculation of test results
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors and engineering team

Required

• Ability to use a computer and/or mobile device to complete daily field reports
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. alone, maneuver up to 75 lbs. with assistance, and walk on uneven surfaces
• Strong attention to detail
• Basic math skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and a client-service approach
• Must have a clean driving record and valid driver's license

Preferred

• Minimum one year of applicable experience in soils, asphalt, or concrete testing (We're willing to train someone with the right aptitude and willingness to learn.)
• WAQTC certified and/or ACI Field Testing Technician, Grade I or above preferred
• Nuclear gauge safety training preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent; AA in Civil Engineering Technology preferred

This position requires working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and the ability to work more than 40 hours per week during peak summer months, with hours subject to seasonal fluctuations in the winter.

ALLWEST Benefits

ALLWEST is an employee-owned geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and special inspections firm serving our clients throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Qualified employees have access to:

• Company paid medical, dental, and group life insurance
• Optional vision, disability, accident, life insurance, FSA, HSA
• Paid-time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• ALLWEST Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Employer.