• Assists in performing field and laboratory soil tests, such as soil classification and soil compaction tests.
• Assists in processing Shelby tube samples to determine water contents and unit weights.
• Assists in performing tests in the laboratory such as concrete compressive strength tests.
• Picks up samples in the field and delivers to laboratory and logs and processes samples.
• Assists in evaluating soils and materials test results .
• Assists in performing concrete, soil, and materials testing on project sites within and outside of Southern California.
• Assists in inspecting fabrication of pipes, concrete items, and other materials at manufacturing plants within and outside of California and the United States.
• Assists in inspecting application of coatings and linings of pipes and other materials.
• Assists in inspecting visual, physical, mechanical, chemical, and other quality control tests of pipes, coatings, linings, and other materials.
• Assists in conducting and verifying destructive and non-destructive testing of pipe materials, coatings, linings, paints, and other materials.
• Assists in inspecting the welding & protective coatings of pipes and other materials at construction and LADWP sites within and outside Southern California.
• Assists in inspecting prefabricated concrete vaults, tunnel liners, and other materials.
• Assists in inspecting materials and products purchased by LADWP.
• Overtime is available. Travel is required.
• Overnight stays for days or weeks at a time are required while working on out-of-town work assignments, including out of the country, which will require a valid passport.
• Perform related duties as required.
Skills, Knowledge, and Ability:
Candidates will be evaluated for the following work-related skills, knowledge, abilities, and other qualifications by interview or other means, as specified:
• Requires proficiency in basic mathematics.
• Knowledge of computer software programs such as Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Previous experience in soil, concrete, and materials testing and/or pipe fabrication, materials, and welding inspection is desirable.
Eligible candidate must have status in the Class of Materials Testing Technician (Class Code 7968).
A valid California Driver's License is required and must be maintained during the course of employment.
