What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Materials Testing Technician I position at Metro Consulting Associates, LLC?

Category

Materials Testing

Location

Detroit, MI

Open Date

1 / 9 / 2025

Description

Position Description

Metro Consulting Associates, LLC., ('MCA') is looking for a Construction Materials Testing Technician I to join our team! MCA is a multifaceted energy, land, and community development engineering and surveying firm serving public and private sector clients throughout the Midwest. The Construction Engineering Technician I is responsible for traveling to construction project sites and performing, under close supervision, a variety of quality assurance testing and inspections on construction materials such as soils, deep foundations, concrete, asphalt, and masonry to assure that the components of each structure are assembled in a manner consistent with plans and specifications.

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform a range of field testing and inspection services of construction materials (soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregates, and masonry) on roads, utilities, parking lots, and various construction projects.
Review all data for compliance with project specifications; record and communicate any deviations from the specifications to the project supervisor and client.
Complete daily report of observation and accurately record test results; submit results to project supervisor for review and processing.
Assist project supervisor with deficiency resolution.
Communicate and interact with the general public, city employees, contractors, various agencies, and non-city utilities.
All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

One (1) or more years of relevant field experience preferred.

Required to have satisfactory results on a Motor Vehicle Record check and maintain a valid driver's license.

Able to pass federal DOT drug screening and background check.

Must be able to communicate professionally with client representatives (supervisor, foreman, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites.

Ability to read, understand and interpret spec books, blueprints, maps.

Able to work individually or as a team.

Knowledge of construction instruments / tools.

Ability to learn to new field technologies / willingness to get new certifications as required.

Ability to focus on various tasks throughout the day and change focus with short notice.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Primarily work outdoors on construction sites.

Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold and could be required to walk for long distances on challenging terrain.

Must be willing to travel up to 100% of the time in both urban and remote areas across multiple states.

Conduct work in a safe manner.

Frequently lift or move objects up to 50 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation ranges between $20.00 to $27.00 per hour, depending on experience.

Medical benefits package that includes medical & prescription coverage and dental plans for employees and their qualifying family members (eligible after 90 days of employment), 100% covered by the employer.

Retirement benefits including a 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match (eligible after 6 months of employment), which is 100% fully vested on day one.

Group term life insurance and long-term disability offered to eligible employees.

Additional voluntary benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability, VSP, Life and AD&D) offered to eligible employees.

Holiday pay as well as PTO available after 90 days of employment. Additional PTO available based on seniority.

Employee Assistance Program including counseling, coaching, and financial resources.

About the Organization

Metro Consulting Associates (MCA) is a multifaceted energy, land, and community development firm that serves both private and public sector clients throughout the Midwestern United States and beyond. Founded in 2009 as a land surveying firm, MCA has grown to provide a mix of services, talent, and technology driven by client needs and community goals to make life better.

With the capabilities and expertise typically found in large, multidisciplinary firms, combined with the agile project management and budget-friendly services of a smaller firm, Metro Consulting Associates delivers on value. Serving clients in the power and energy, municipal, land development, and oil and gas markets, MCA's technical expertise will satisfy any and all emerging challenges, taking you where you want to go.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Salary : $20 - $27

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