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TRC's professionals work with a broad range of commercial, industrial and government clients and the communities they serve. We deliver breakthrough solutions that address local needs -- so our clients can better succeed in an ever-changing world.

Working at TRC means tackling interesting, meaningful projects. We pride ourselves on our collaborative spirit, entrepreneurial zeal and agile corporate structure. We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

We are seeking a highly motivated Concrete Lab Technician/Field Inspector to join our growing Construction Management Services team in Richmond, VA. The ideal candidate will have experience in site design, roadway, stormwater management, grading, drainage, and utility design. This position has the unique ability to partner with and learn from some of the best engineers, project managers, and other technical staff in the industry. Our Civil engineers are part of a site development team where they will design improvements including site layout, utilities, grading - drainage, erosion control, and stormwater management for a wide range of private and public clients throughout NC and the US.

Prior experience with testing concrete (compressive strength) is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities:

• Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g., soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel).
• Communicate with the project manager, engineering technicians, client representative, contractor's representative, and others as applicable regarding the construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results.
• 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.
• Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
• May assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.
• Adhere to strict safety standards.
• Performs testing, observation, and inspection as directed by training and the specified procedures.
• Provides clear documentation of findings and results.
• Performs basic analysis of data to verify accuracy before communication and submittal to the Project Manager.
• Communicates information to the Project Manager and other personnel as directed by the PM.
• Maintains assigned equipment and related calibration.
• Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
• Performs pre-task planning before executing work.
• Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Qualifications:

• Associates Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience or the equivalent in training and related experience.
• Experience with laptop computer use and Microsoft Word and Excel.
• ACI certification in one or more of the following areas:
• Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I (Desired).
• Concrete Strength Testing Technician (Provided).
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation (Provided).
• Successful completion of related internal safety certifications.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

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