Mid-Level Construction Materials Technician

Job Description

  Knight Piésold will provide you opportunities to work on dynamic projects all over the world where you can apply your skills, talents, and education to work at a company that has a strong history and is well known in the mining industry. Our team will inspire you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow. If this interests you, please read on to learn more about the opportunities Knight Piésold can offer.Why Join Knight Piésold?

• You will be joining a reputable, well-established global consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience that specializes in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower and Water Resources.
• We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. Our employees develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring program and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.
• We offer unique opportunities to take you on a career-enhancing experience and adventure.

The Role:We have an opening in our Elko, Nevada office for a mid-level field/laboratory technician who is interested in a challenging technical position that also provides ongoing opportunities to learn. The successful candidate must be self-disciplined, motivated and be able to work solo and in a team environment. This position requires attention to detail and strong communication skills. This position may include extended field assignments which can mean long days, early mornings, and some office/laboratory work.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform geotechnical laboratory testing. Tests include but are not limited to: basic classification tests, (grain size, Atterberg Limits, specific gravity) and compaction tests (Proctor), and will include soils processing.
• Perform field compaction testing using a densometer.
• Perform concrete testing.
• Work directly with project managers and keep them updated on work status, workload, problems, and progress as it relates to project assignments. 

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required, with a clean driving record. 
• Strong work ethic.
• Ability to multitask, balance workload and take directions from multiple clients.
• Basic to intermediate math skills.
• Beginner to intermediate knowledge of Excel and Word.
• Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be willing to work weekends, when required.
• Must be willing to travel and be out of town for extended periods, when required.
• ACI certified a plus.
• MSHA a plus.
• Experience with soils testing a plus.
• Field and laboratory experience a plus but not required. Training will be provided.

Education/Experience: High School Diploma or EquivalentPhysical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally move more than 100 pounds as a team lift.
• Must be able to spend a majority of the day walking and doing inspections for several days in a row
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test

Work Environment: Work will be performed in a field setting and a geotechnical soils laboratory. Employees may be exposed to varying ambient conditions.  Adherence to safety standards including those of the firm, MSHA and OSHA is mandatory.  Site Specific and MSHA New Miner or annual refresher will be required and provided if not already obtained.Benefits:Because our employees are our most important asset, we created a benefit program to support you and your family now and into the future.  Our benefits include: 401(k) / Roth 401(k) / Employer matching, Health insurance – including Prescription drugs, Dental insurance, Vision insurance,  Flexible spending account (health and dependent care reimbursement), Health Savings account (HSA), Short and long-term disability, Life insurance, Wellness and employee assistance programs, Flexible work schedule, Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday), Professional development assistance, Employee referral bonus, Transit benefit program, as well as a Discretionary annual bonus program. Knight Piésold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability,  genetic information,  service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.   EEO PolicyApplicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to [email protected]  or please call us at 1-303-629-8788 between the hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm MST, Monday-Friday.