ACI Field Testing Technician / Entry Level Construction Inspector

Atlas Technical Consultants; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits

Job summary

Atlas Technical Consultants is seeking an ACI Field Testing Technician / Entry Level Construction Inspector to support large-scale infrastructure projects in Central and East Texas, Southeast Mississippi, and Northwest South Carolina.

The role involves concrete sampling, field testing, and quality control, reading drawings, documenting results, and communicating findings to project teams. Must have ACI Field-Testing Grade I certification and be willing to travel; full benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Active ACI Concrete Field-Testing Grade I certification.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, and approved inspection procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel to designated project locations in Texas, Mississippi, and South Carolina.
• Ability to safely handle and transport concrete samples and testing equipment weighing more than 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Conduct concrete sampling, field testing, and quality control activities per project requirements.
• Read and apply construction drawings, specifications, and approved inspection procedures.
• Document daily observations, test results, and supporting information accurately; submit reports electronically.
• Communicate field conditions and inspection findings to project managers, engineers, contractors, and client representatives.
• Follow Atlas safety requirements and handle testing equipment, samples, and inspection documentation.
• Identify and communicate construction discrepancies and quality concerns promptly to project managers, engineers, contractors, and client representatives.
• Maintain inspection records and follow QA/QC procedures.

Skills

Reading & interpreting construction #

Documentation skills

Written and verbal communication

Travel willingness

Attention to safety & quality

Education

ACI Concrete Field-Testing Grade I certification

Job description

ACI Field Testing Technician / Entry Level Construction Inspector

Full-Time Employment

Compensation: $26-30 per Hour depending on experience + Full Benefits

Anticipated Project Duration: 14–18 Month, subject to project schedules & requirements

Position Overview

Atlas is seeking qualified, motivated inspection professionals to support large-scale construction and infrastructure projects in Central and East Texas, Southeast Mississippi, and Northwest South Carolina.

This position offers the opportunity to apply technical inspection and quality assurance skills on complex construction projects involving precast, prestressed, and reinforced concrete. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound technical judgment, attention to detail, strong documentation skills, and a commitment to construction quality and safety.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct concrete sampling, field testing, and quality control activities in accordance with project requirements.
• Read and apply construction drawings, specifications, and approved inspection procedures.
• Document daily observations, test results, and supporting information accurately and submit reports electronically.
• Communicate field conditions and inspection findings promptly to project managers, engineers, contractors, and client representatives.
• Follow Atlas safety requirements and properly handle testing equipment, samples, and inspection documentation.

Required Qualifications

• An active ACI Concrete Field-Testing Grade I certification.

Additional qualifications and expectations include:

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply construction drawings, specifications, and approved inspection procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare accurate, clear, and timely inspection reports and supporting documentation.
• Willingness and ability to travel to designated project locations in Texas, Mississippi, and South Carolina.
• Ability to safely handle and transport concrete samples, inspection materials, and testing equipment weighing more than 50 pounds, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

Experience in quality assurance, quality control, precast or prestressed concrete, reinforced concrete, mission-critical facilities, semiconductor facilities, data centers, or major infrastructure projects is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct concrete sampling, field testing, and quality control activities in accordance with project specifications and applicable procedures.
• Review and interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and approved inspection plans.
• Document daily inspection activities, field observations, test results, and relevant project information accurately.
• Prepare and submit inspection reports and support documentation electronically and within established deadlines.
• Identify and communicate construction discrepancies, quality concerns, and field conditions promptly to project managers, engineers, contractors, and client representatives.
• Maintain inspection records and follow established quality assurance and quality control procedures.
• Comply with all applicable safety requirements and properly handle inspection equipment, samples, and project documentation.

About Atlas

• Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

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.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.