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WSP USA Construction Materials Laboratory Technician in Elko, Nevada
This Opportunity
We are seeking a Construction Materials Lab Technician to join our team in Elko, NV. This is an entry level position to support construction materials testing for mining, transportation and commercial/industrial construction projects. This individual may also work in the field as needed.
Are you looking for an opportunity to work with an established engineering consulting firm that values its employee’s enthusiasm and technical contributions? We encourage you to apply for this opportunity. We are dedicated to providing the atmosphere to allow individuals to grow their career. We offer a varied and interesting diversity of clients and projects. We’d love you to join our team of friendly, hard-working, dedicated and collaborative professionals. Our ideal candidate is seeking challenging work and is committed to quality.
Your Impact
Will perform soil, concrete, asphalt and geosynthetic liner material testing.
Operate standard construction materials laboratory testing equipment.
Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy of test data.
Data input for report preparation and submittal to clients.
May work in the field as needed doing soil sampling and testing
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Current valid driver’s license
Proficient in basic mathematics with good writing skills
Ability to lift 50 pounds. Will routinely lift and carry materials and equipment.
Must pass drug test, physical, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to prepare reports and documentation.
Ability to read & interpret plans & specifications.
Become concrete certified by ACI
Nuclear density testing
MSHA certification
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
www.wsp.com
WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.