About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Role Overview

Confidential client is seeking an Entry-Level Construction Materials Testing & Special Inspector to support commercial, infrastructure, and transportation construction projects around Campbell, NY. This entry-level contract role provides hands-on field experience, company-sponsored certification training, and a clear career path into special inspection, materials testing, and project management.

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What You’ll Do

• Perform field inspections and testing of construction materials, including concrete, soil, asphalt, masonry, and structural steel.
• Observe construction activities to verify compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and applicable codes.
• Collect, label, and prepare material samples for laboratory testing.
• Document inspection and testing activities through detailed daily reports.
• Maintain accurate records of field observations, test results, and project documentation.
• Prepare sketches, photos, and supporting documentation related to inspection activities.
• Communicate findings with project managers, contractors, engineers, and clients.
• Follow company and jobsite safety procedures at all times.

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Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or Associate's degree.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel to local construction sites in the Campbell, NY area.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency for reporting and documentation.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Architecture, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification.
• NICET certification.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Previous construction, inspection, engineering, or materials testing experience.
• Knowledge of construction materials and laboratory testing procedures.

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Compensation & Training

• Hourly pay range: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.
• Company-sponsored certification training and testing available.
• One month of structured onboarding/training provided.
• Opportunities for overtime; typical work week ranges from 40–50 hours.
• Generally assigned to one project site per day.
• Clear advancement path into Special Inspection, Construction Materials Testing, and Project Management roles.

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Workplace & Schedule

• Job type: Contract (onsite).
• Workplace: Fully onsite at construction locations in and around Campbell, NY.
• Physical requirements: frequent walking on job sites, climbing stairs, and working in varying weather conditions.

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Reasonable Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact Careertakes so we can coordinate with the confidential client to support your request.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.