Engineering Technician (Transportation)

NOVA Engineering & Environmental is seeking a full-time Engineering Technician in the Atlanta, GA metro area. We offer training (both on-the-job and classroom) to support and encourage staff in obtaining certifications in the fields of aggregate, asphalt, soil, reinforced concrete and masonry. We also have a Credential Incentive Program that rewards obtaining those certifications throughout the employee's career. Pay rate is based on level of experience and active certifications.

Check out our Perks Benefits:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Certification reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program
• Use of take-home Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites

The individual will be responsible for the following:

• Field testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and masonry mortar/grout for compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and/or project specifications;
• Review of blueprints in preparation of field observations on construction sites;
• Documentation of field activities, observations, and testing results on construction projects, and their conformance with (or deviation from) project plans and specifications;
• Daily use of Metafield, and/or other field and laboratory information management systems, for recording of testing results;
• Communication of field and laboratory testing results with Construction Services and Geotechnical Project Management staff, general contractors, and clients;
• Calibration of field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED required;
• 2 years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials preferred;
• ACI certification is required
• GDOT (RTT and QCT) and ICC certifications are a huge plus
  Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing), using the English language, required;
• Ability to routinely lift 40 to 50 lbs. (field/laboratory samples and equipment), required;
• Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (Company will provide Personal Protective Equipment and inclement weather gear, as appropriate);
• Ability to work and maneuver equipment (such as a loaded wheelbarrow) on uneven ground and around active construction sites;
• Willingness to travel out-of-town (typically overnight) for short duration assignments.

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.