Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Training & development
Vision insurance
About the Role:
KILO ENGINEERING LLC is looking for a driven and detail-oriented Construction Material Testing Technician to join their team in Marine on Saint Croix, MN. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing company and work on a variety of projects, observe the built world, create safer and compliant buildings and developments.
Core Values:
Do the Right Thing, even it hurts
Always Technically Correct
Curious to a Fault All employees are expected to uphold the company core values at all times. Those who struggle with the values are likely not good culture fits.
Responsibilities:
Complete new hire safety and skill training
Show up every day, on time, with the proper tools to complete the day's tasks
Perform basic technician-level field and lab tasks with limited supervision after training
Perform intermediate technician level field and lab tests with supervision after training
Standard field testing includes:
Soils - compactions, dynamic cone penetrometers, proofrolls, soil sampling
Concrete - slump, air content, temperature, test cylinders,
Masonry - visual observations, mortar cubes, grout test prisms
Reinforcing steel - visual observations
Standard lab testing includes:
Soils - proctors, moisture contents, sieves, plasticity, resistivity
Concrete - gradations, unit weight, compressive strength
Masonry - compressive strength
Optional field training as a drill rig helper
Maintain detailed notes from project inspections and complete standardized field reports on a daily basis
Maintain communication with field project superintendents and the company office for scheduling
Communicate clearly with clients about the findings of special inspections, including any non-conforming work
Requirements:
High school Diploma, GED, or equivalent
0–3 years of experience in construction observation or construction trades
Valid U.S.-issued driver's license with acceptable driving record
MnDOT, ACI, ICC, PTI, or other inspection-related certifications a plus
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and email
Suitable written and verbal communication skills for report writing and client interaction
Ability to perform fieldwork in varying outdoor conditions and travel to project sites as needed
Ability to travel to jobsites, including daily trips around the Minneapolis metro and occasional trips to outstate Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, or the Dakotas as needed for project testing
Benefits:
Competitive hourly wages with overtime potential
Semi-annual reviews and compensation evaluation
401k with 5% company match
Health, dental, vision, and disability insurance
Company card for expenses when traveling or completing field work
Option for personal car mileage or use of company trucks
About Us: KILO ENGINEERING LLC is a geotechnical engineering and construction material testing firm based in Marine on Saint Croix, MN. Kilo completes soil testing and engineering services for a variety of project types across the Minneapolis metro area, outstate Minnesota, and holds engineering licenses in 22 states for regional and national clients. Kilo is known for our deep technical expertise, commitment to quality, and willingness to find constructable solutions for all project types. Kilo Engineering is a certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE), licensed environmental well driller, and has a certified soils testing laboratory. Kilo has a commitment to mentoring and staff development to maximize the potential of all our of team members.