Construction & Materials Testing Specialist

Akron, OH, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Consulting
Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $15.75 - $24.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Night Shifts
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Benefits

Professional Development
specialized training
performance bonuses
Annual salary reviews
Schedule flexibility
family-oriented culture

Job Description

The Thrasher Group is a respected full-service architecture, engineering, and field services consulting firm with a long-standing record of project success throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Their expertise spans across five core markets: architecture, land development, water resources, transportation, and energy, allowing them to deliver comprehensive professional services tailored to diverse construction and infrastructure needs. With a commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction, The Thrasher Group continually adapts to evolving industry standards and technological advancements to maintain its competitive edge and foster sustained growth.

The Thrasher Group is currently seeking a Construction and Materials Testing Specialist to join their dynamic and growing team. This hybrid role combines responsibilities in both material testing and construction inspection, making it ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on field environment. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional development within a supportive firm known for its collaborative culture and family-oriented values. The position emphasizes quality assurance and compliance across a broad range of construction projects, requiring technical expertise, keen attention to detail, and proactive communication with project stakeholders. The successful candidate will be involved in the sampling and testing of construction materials such as concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and soil, closely monitoring construction progress to ensure adherence to plans and specifications.

Key responsibilities include interpreting civil construction plans and specifications, maintaining accurate records such as daily reports and redline drawings, and reporting findings in clear written documentation. The Specialist will ensure quality standards are met and take preventative measures to avoid construction defects. Flexibility is important, as this role involves travel to multiple project sites, potential night shift assignments, and the willingness to support other divisions as needed. Continuous skill development is encouraged through certification courses and on-the-job learning.

This position not only focuses on technical skills but also values safety, teamwork, and adaptability. The Thrasher Group provides a supportive work environment with professional development opportunities, structured goal setting, and performance bonuses. Employees benefit from schedule flexibility that promotes a healthy work-life balance. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and are subject to pre-employment drug screening and background checks. The Thrasher Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, and E-Verify employer, dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Job Requirements

  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in construction inspection or material testing
  • OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR certifications preferred
  • ACI or WVDOH testing certifications highly desirable
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States
  • Pre-employment drug screening and background checks required

Job Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of relevant experience in construction inspection or material testing
  • Material testing experience highly desirable
  • OSHA 10, First Aid, and CPR certifications preferred
  • ACI or WVDOH testing certifications highly desirable

Job Duties

  • Perform sampling and field testing on construction materials including concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and soil
  • Interpret civil construction plans and specifications
  • Monitor construction progress, adherence to plans, and compliance with specifications
  • Maintain detailed records of project quantities, daily reports, and changes
  • Keep accurate redline and as-built drawings to document project modifications
  • Communicate findings through written reports and facilitate information flow among all project stakeholders
  • Ensure quality standards are met and proactively prevent construction defects
  • Adapt to varying job site locations and schedules, including night shift assignments
  • Travel to project sites as needed, including periodic extended stays
  • Complete certification courses to continuously build skills and technical knowledge
  • Willingness to support other divisions and take on additional roles as workload demands

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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