Job Description

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a American Concrete Institute (ACI) Field Concrete and Soil Technician. We are offering a car and living allowance to qualified candidates. In this role, you will perform testing of concrete and soil in the field and laboratory for air content, slump, temperature, casting of concrete cylinders, de-molding, and compression testing on large renewable energy projects (wind farms). You may also perform soil testing using a portable nuclear density gauge and/or hand auger device.

Work schedule is variable which may include nights and weekends. If you are not within 50 miles from the project site, this position will require travel up to 12 weeks at a time.

We are currently offering a $1000 Sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with safety rules, company policies and procedures, as well as state and federal laws
Set up, conduct and analyze standard field and lab tests following prescribed procedures
Solve technical problems using application of standard techniques
Assist in documenting on-site test results; examine and analyze test results and explain unusual findings
Ensure that all testing equipment and tools are properly calibrated and maintained
Communicate with clients, technicians, and project managers on a professional level to ensure a high degree of customer satisfaction
Ability to travel extensively if not local (50 miles) for the project location

Skills / Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1 certification required
Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain prior to beginning employment required
Concrete and soil testing experience required, field and lab testing experience preferred
Understanding of Nuclear Density Gauge Radiation Safety a plus
Ability to operate a company vehicle within company policy
Knowledge of construction techniques, testing & construction management preferred
Ability to document completed jobs including notes on client contacts, action in the field, subsequent laboratory test with dates and times noted for review purposes
Ability to maintain a tactful attitude and maintain good relationships with project engineers, owners, and contractors
Ability to talk knowledgeably to project engineers and/or contractors about the jobs as required regarding concerning work progress and necessary recommendations #LI

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Diversity Statement

At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, and/or protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

This job was posted on Sun Jun 28 2020 and expired on Wed Jul 01 2020.

Minimum $40K /yr

$52K /yr Average

Maximum $63K /yr

Tasks

Diagnose problems involving wind turbine generators or control systems.

Climb wind turbine towers to inspect, maintain, or repair equipment.

Test electrical components of wind systems with devices, such as voltage testers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, infrared testers, or fiber optic equipment.

Start or restart wind turbine generator systems to ensure proper operations.

Troubleshoot or repair mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical malfunctions related to variable pitch systems, variable speed control systems, converter systems, or related components.

Maintain tool and spare parts inventories required for repair, installation, or replacement services.

Perform routine maintenance on wind turbine equipment, underground transmission systems, wind fields substations, or fiber optic sensing and control systems.

Test structures, controls, or mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical systems, according to test plans or in coordination with engineers.

Collect turbine data for testing or research and analysis.

Inspect or repair fiberglass turbine blades.

Train end-users, distributors, installers, or other technicians in wind commissioning, testing, or other technical procedures.

Operate manufacturing equipment to fabricate wind turbines.

Assist in assembly of individual wind generators or construction of wind farms.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.

Operation and Control - Controlling operations of equipment or systems.

Equipment Maintenance - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Repairing - Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.

Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.

Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Knowledge

Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Building and Construction - Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.