Construction Materials Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing of construction materials, including concrete, asphalt, and soil, in accordance with applicable standards and procedures.
• Conduct compaction tests to verify that soil and other base materials meet specified density and moisture requirements.
• Prepare concrete cylinders for strength testing, ensuring proper sampling, labeling, curing, and documentation.
• Break and test concrete cylinders to determine compressive strength, recording and reporting results accurately.
• Inspect concrete placement and related activities to confirm compliance with project specifications and quality requirements.
• Operate and maintain testing equipment, including nuclear gauges and other field instruments, in a safe and compliant manner.
• Document test results, observations, and field conditions clearly and accurately, and communicate findings to project teams.
• Support quality assurance and quality control programs by identifying nonconforming materials and assisting with corrective actions.
• Follow established safety procedures and regulatory guidelines while working on active construction sites and in testing environments.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on experience with concrete testing, including sampling, slump testing, and compressive strength testing using cylinders.
• Knowledge of construction materials testing practices for concrete, asphalt, and soil.
• Experience performing compaction tests and interpreting results for field density and moisture content.
• Familiarity with concrete inspection procedures and field quality control activities.
• Familiarity with operating and properly using a nuclear gauge for soil and materials testing.
• Understanding of quality assurance and quality control principles in construction materials testing.
• Attention to detail and accuracy when recording test data and preparing reports.
• Ability to work effectively on active construction sites and follow safety protocols.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tests, samples, and documentation in a timely manner.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in an engineering consulting or construction materials testing environment.
• Exposure to American Concrete Institute (ACI) standards and best practices for concrete testing and inspection.
• Familiarity with NICET-related practices in construction materials testing or inspection.
• Background in asphalt testing and inspection in addition to concrete and soil testing.
• Interest in pursuing relevant certifications in construction materials testing and inspection.

Work Environment

• Primarily involves working outdoors on active construction sites, where the technician conducts field testing and inspection of materials under varying weather and site conditions.
• The position requires regular use of testing equipment such as nuclear gauges, concrete testing tools, and other field instruments.
• The work environment is hands-on and field-focused, with frequent travel between project locations and testing areas, and may involve standing, walking, and lifting equipment throughout the day.

Pay And Benefits

• The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $28.00/hr.
• If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

About Actalent

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