Field Technician

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing of soil, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with standard test methods and procedures.
• Accurately collect, record, and maintain test reports, letters, and other pertinent field data for each project.
• Ensure all project documents are neat, orderly, and complete, following established documentation standards.
• Communicate clearly and consistently with the Project Manager and Supervisor regarding all aspects of field operations.
• Support quality control and quality assurance activities on data center and construction projects.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and construction documents as needed to perform testing and inspections.
• Apply previous soil and concrete testing experience to verify that construction materials meet project specifications.
• Follow all safety guidelines and use testing equipment, including nuclear gauges when certified, in a safe and responsible manner.
• Travel to various job sites throughout the Phoenix metro area using a company-approved vehicle, maintaining a safe driving record.
• Manage time effectively to complete assigned inspections and tests in a timely and organized manner.

Essential Skills

• 1–5 years of previous soil and concrete testing experience.
• Thorough understanding of standard test methods for field testing of soil, concrete, and asphalt.
• Experience supporting quality control and quality assurance on construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction documents.
• Excellent verbal communication skills for clear interaction with project managers, supervisors, and site personnel.
• Strong written communication skills for preparing accurate test reports and project documentation.
• Good organizational skills to manage multiple tests, reports, and project files.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic in a field-based environment.
• Current valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Previous testing experience in the Southwest region.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• ACI certification preferred.
• ATTI Field certification preferred.
• Nuclear gauge certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a timely and reliable manner.
• Strong attention to detail in both testing and documentation.
• Comfort working on large-scale data center and construction projects.

Work Environment

• This is a full-time, field-based role serving projects across the Phoenix metro area.
• You will work primarily on active construction sites, including large data center facilities, performing on-site testing and inspections.
• The position involves regular travel between job sites within the region, requiring consistent driving with a valid license and clean driving record.
• The work environment is fast-paced and project-driven, with opportunities to support great projects for a top-tier firm.
• Overtime is available based on project needs.
• You will work closely with project managers, supervisors, and construction teams, using standard field testing equipment and following established safety and quality procedures.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $35.00/hr.

Requirements

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation, and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia, and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

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