CMT Field Technician

About the role

Join Atlas Technical Consultants' Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician in Lubbock supporting the West Texas area. This technician will collect samples, perform soil densities, concrete testing in the field in accordance with TxDOT and ASTM standards, with room to grow into field certifications.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform field testing and inspection for soils, aggregates, HMA, and concrete placement per specifications.
• Field density, sampling, and inspection testing.
• Daily QC/QA testing.
• Support roadway personnel with placement testing.
• Operate and maintain field equipment (density gauge, slump cone, air meter).
• Document field activities per requirements.
• Cookordination with contractors and client staff; escalate issues to the Field Manager.
• Follow safety policies.
• Train toward other field certifications.

Requirements

• 1+ years of construction inspection or materials testing experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and comprehend plans, specifications, and test procedures.
• Working knowledge of soils, aggregates, concrete and HMA.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to obtain TxAPA Level 1B, SB102 and ACI Field Grade (any combination) within a defined timeframe.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel for field documentation and reporting.
• Knowledge of TxDOT, ASTM and AASHTO field testing procedures relating to soils, aggregates, HMA, and concrete.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time between active project sites within the West Texas area.
• Ability to work day or night shifts, as well as "off hours" when needed.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions on active construction sites.
• Willingness to work toward field certifications; no lab experience required.

Qualifications

Success looks like accurate, well-documented field testing and steady progress toward TxAPA/ACI certifications.

Skills

Proficiency in preparing and documenting field test results in accordance with TxDOT standards and project requirements.

Benefits

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.

Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave.

Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.

Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.

Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our 'quality of life' core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.

Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.

Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Nightly shifts, as well as "off hours" when needed.