Entry Level Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) Technician

Job Description

Entry Level Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) Technician | Kleinfelder

The Tone:
This is an early career opportunity with Kleinfelder, located in Bethlehem, PA, where you can make a significant difference in developing and maintaining America’s infrastructure. Kleinfelder’s Construction Services team, a recognized industry leader with over 25 accredited laboratories, provides crucial construction management, inspection, and materials engineering services. As an Entry Level Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) Technician, you will be trained to perform vital quality control test procedures on diverse construction projects from the ground up. The company is dedicated to your professional growth, offering comprehensive training and advancement through technician certification programs.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Location: Bethlehem, PA
• Team: Construction Services team, reports to Department Manager
• Mission: Perform routine quality control test procedures on commercial, industrial, public and private construction projects from the ground up.
• Tech Stack: company provided laptop or iPad, MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What You’ll Actually Do
• Interpret: Read and comprehend construction plans and specifications to ensure project adherence and guide testing procedures.
• Observe & Sample: Conduct field observations and collect material samples during the construction of various structures, including buildings, bridges, and roadways.
• Test: Perform specialized testing on diverse construction materials such as soils, reinforcing steel, concrete, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, metal decking, roofing, and paving.
• Report: Generate daily field reports documenting contractor work performed and indicating compliance or non-compliance with contract documents, plans, and specifications.
• Verify: Cast field samples of concrete, masonry, and grout for strength verification, ensuring material quality.

The Must-Haves
• Background: High School Diploma or equivalent; early career focus in Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET).
• Experience: No prior experience in CoMET is required; the company provides and covers the cost for necessary certifications, including Nuclear Density Gage Certification and ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I, to be acquired within the first six months of employment.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills for interacting with clients, contractors, and colleagues; proficiency in using a company-provided laptop or iPad and working knowledge of MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook); ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, maintaining composure in high-pressure environments with changing priorities; authorization to work in the United States; possession of a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Bonus: Prior construction-related training or technical training; existing ACI or ICC certification.