RTT Engineering Tech

About the role

This role focuses on construction materials testing and quality assurance in the field, with an emphasis on roadway and infrastructure projects. The RTT Engineering Technician performs field testing of soil, concrete, masonry, asphalt, and geosynthetics, conducts inspections, monitors contractor activities, and completes detailed daily reports. The position is primarily on-site and outdoors, often requiring long hours, flexible shifts, and occasional weekend work. Travel and extended stays out of town may be required, and a strong willingness to travel is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction quality assurance field testing of soil, concrete, masonry, asphalt, and geosynthetics in accordance with project specifications and applicable standards.
• Assist engineers and other professionals by conducting a variety of tests, project-specific observations, and site assessments on active construction sites.
• Operate field testing equipment and instruments, including nuclear density gauges and related tools, to perform soil compaction and density testing, concrete testing, and other materials tests.
• Work from drawings, specifications, diagrams, schematics, and detailed verbal and written instructions to ensure testing and inspections align with project requirements.
• Observe site activities, monitor contractor operations, and document compliance with plans, specifications, and codes.
• Collect soil, concrete, and other material samples, perform field and laboratory tests, and accurately record and report test data.
• Monitor earthwork operations, including backfill and soils work, and verify that compaction and density requirements are met.
• Oversee and support concrete placement activities, including monitoring concrete pours, sampling concrete, and performing required tests as dictated by codes and project specifications.
• Communicate daily with contractors and project stakeholders to verify plans on-site, understand job specifications, and clarify testing and inspection requirements.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely daily field reports that document activities, observations, test results, and any issues encountered.
• Adapt to varying work schedules, including early morning, daytime, nighttime, and overnight shifts, depending on pour schedules and project needs.
• Travel to job sites in the Atlanta area and potentially to out-of-town or Caribbean/Virgin Islands projects, including extended stays as required.
• Work independently or as part of a crew, depending on project requirements, and follow direction from tenured personnel on-site.
• Participate in training and cross-training activities, including learning proof rolls, soil “cooking” (drying) procedures, and other specialized testing methods.
• Maintain testing equipment and company vehicles in a clean, safe, and operational condition, following all safety procedures and guidelines.
• Demonstrate dependability and flexibility by responding to schedule changes, weather-related adjustments, and concrete pour timing.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement by pursuing additional certifications and applying new skills in the field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I certification (required).
• At least 2+ years of experience as a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Roadway Testing Technician with RTT GDOT certification, where applicable.
• Strong hands-on experience with concrete testing, including sampling, slump, air content, temperature, and cylinder preparation.
• Experience with soil testing, including soil compaction and soil density testing, is highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, diagrams, and schematics.
• Ability to follow specific verbal and written instructions accurately in the field.
• Comfort working outdoors in varying weather conditions for extended periods.
• A willingness and ability to work long hours, including nights, early mornings, and weekends as needed.
• A willingness and ability to travel, including potential extended stays out of town or on remote projects.
• A strong attention to detail for accurate sampling, testing, and documentation.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with contractors, clients, and internal teams.
• A dependable and flexible approach to responding to changing schedules and project demands.
• The capability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively in a crew environment.