Construction Materials Testing Technician

Construction Materials Testing Technician – Full-Time

Paducah, Kentucky

Starts at $25 per hour

We are looking to add a Construction Materials Testing Technician to our team.  At Bacon Farmer Workman Engineering & Testing, Inc./Marcum Engineering, LLC we are people first. We strive to create a team-oriented, professional environment, where you define your career. We are driven by excellence, passion, and a sense of community.  Our goal is simple, to deliver quality design and have fun while doing so.

Essential Job Functions:

In this position, you will be responsible for quality control, construction monitoring, evaluating materials and workmanship, and interpreting contract documents.  You will also perform soil, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete testing; inspection of reinforcing steel, wood framing, structural steel, light gauge metal framing; seismic inspection of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and ceiling grid.  All these will require frequent reporting to the project manager and will make you an essential part of ensuring projects are completed in a timely and workmanlike manner. 

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to move, lift, or carry objects or materials up to 50 lbs. without assistance


• Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding


• Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations


• Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language, including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.

Education/Experience:

• Candidates with certifications of ACI, NICET, Troxler Nuclear Density, ASNT and/or AWS-CWI are preferred, but not required


• Driver’s license and good driving record are required

Benefits

• Medical Insurance 


• Dental and Vision Coverage (employee coverage employer paid)


• Employer Paid Life Insurance of $50,000


• Additional Life Insurance available for employees and dependents 


• Short-Term Disability Coverage


• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance available 


• Company Match 401k program


• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)


• Paid Time Off


• Ten Paid Holidays

Job Type:  

• Full-time

By completing the online application, the Applicant certifies that the information they have provided is true, complete, and correct. Applicant further understands that any information provided by the Applicant that is found to be false, incomplete, or misrepresented in any respect will be sufficient cause to (i) eliminate me from further consideration for employment, or (ii) may result in my immediate discharge from employment when it is discovered. 

Applicant expressly authorizes, without reservation, the employer, its representatives, employees, or agents to contact and obtain information from all references (Personal and Professional), employers, public agencies, licensing authorities, and educational institutions and to otherwise verify the accuracy of all information provided by me in this application, resume, or any job interview. I hereby waive any rights and claims I may have regarding the employer, its agents, employees, or representatives, for seeking, gathering, and using truthful and non-defamatory information, legally, in the employment process and all other persons, corporations, or organizations for furnishing such information about me. 

Applicant understands the position they are applying for is an at-will position meaning that either Employer or Employee may terminate our relationship at any time, with or without cause except as required by law. This application does not constitute an agreement or contract for employment for any specified period or duration. Applicant understands that no supervisor or representative of Employer is authorized to make any assurances to the contrary and that no implied written or oral agreements contrary to the foregoing express language are invalid unless they are in writing and signed by the employer’s chief executive officer.

Applicant understands and acknowledges that if they are hired, they will be required to provide proof of identity and legal authorization to work in the United States and that federal immigration laws require me to complete an I-9 form for this purpose. 

BFW & Marcum are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers, committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetics, citizenship status, or any other legally protected basis.