Specialized Engineering is growing and has an immediate opening for an Entry-Level Construction Materials Field Technician to join our team! Since 1992 , Specialized Engineering has provided engineering consulting and inspection services for projects in DC, Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. If you are passionate, perceptive, and punctual, we can provide the rest! Specialized Engineering will train the right candidate, and reward continued commitment with our drive to promote from within as well as our competitive salary and benefits package. Specialized Engineering puts ownership in the hands of its employees through the Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP). When you work for Specialized Engineering, our success is your success! Primary responsibilities include: conducting tests and field observations for construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, reinforcing steel, foundations and masonry; documenting field inspection reports daily; in addition to performing duties as a quality assurance inspector on construction sites. Successful candidates will: - possess outstanding attention to detail - exhibit strong oral and written communication skills - be required to read, understand, follow directions, and accurately document collected data - be able to lift 40-60 lbs. - have a valid driver's license and reliable, independent transportation Prior experience, or background in construction and engineering work, and ACI/NICET/WACEL/ MARTCP/VDOT/WVDOH certifications are a plus, but not required . Hired candidates will be required to pass various industry-related exams for certification . Specialized Engineering is a drug free workplace with a pre-employment drug screen and background check required for potential employees. Job Type: Full-time Come grow with one of the premier consulting engineering firms in the Mid-Atlantic region! https://www.specializedengineering.com/ Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Overtime Weekend availability Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Experience: Construction: 1 year (Preferred) Language: English (Preferred) License/Certification: Driver's License (Preferred) Work Location: Multiple Locations