Materials Testing Technician Senior

Maricopa County Department of Transportation

Maricopa County, AZ, US
Base: $23.75 - $39.00 hourly; bonus/equity: not sp...
Soil and aggregate testing certification
Asphalt testing certification
Concrete strength testing certification
The position performs comprehensive quality assurance testing on transportation project materials to ensure full compliance with industry standards

Job Summary

  • The position performs comprehensive quality assurance testing on transportation project materials to ensure full compliance with industry standards.
  • Employees benefit from an exceptional work-life balance, tuition reimbursement, and a defined retirement plan with a 100% employer match.
  • This role serves as primary support to the laboratory supervisor by coordinating daily activities and mentoring lab technicians for consistent operations.

Matching Summary

The position performs comprehensive quality assurance testing on transportation project materials to ensure full compliance with industry standards.

Salary

Base: $23.75 - $39.00 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Overtime eligible, Tuition reimbursement, Retirement match, Child care benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Soil and Aggregate testing certification
  • Asphalt testing certification
  • Concrete strength testing certification
  • Laboratory equipment calibration
  • Field sampling and testing operations
  • AASHTO and ASTM standards compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with infrastructure projects
  • Strong analytical problem-solving abilities
  • Effective technical communication skills
  • Experience in varying weather conditions
  • Knowledge of quality control practices

Key Requirements

  • Two years of relevant engineering technician experience
  • Associate's degree or two years of college coursework
  • ATTI Soil and Aggregate certification
  • ATTI Asphalt certification
  • ACI Strength certification
  • Valid Arizona driver's license
  • Obtain ACI Field Certification within six months
  • Obtain Nuclear Gauge and Radiation Safety certification within six months

Work Rights

Must possess valid Arizona driver's license

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