CMT

Actalent; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a field technician to perform soil and concrete testing for industrial and retail projects in the Dallas area. The role involves slump tests, soil density, gradation and other tests, with on-site communication to superintendents and teammates. Strong writing and basic math skills are required.

Start times range from 1am to 6am depending on job, with 40–60 hours weekly and a contract-to-hire path. Dallas, TX onsite work only, pay $21–$25 per hour plus benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of density testing experience.
• Outdoor, hands-on work with varying schedules.
• OT possible; start times from 1am–6am depending on job.

Responsibilities

• Perform slump tests, density tests, gradation and other concrete/soil tests.
• Communicate progress with on-site superintendents and internal staff.
• Must be able to write basic reports and perform simple math.

Skills

CMT

Construction materials

Soil testing

Concrete testing

ACI

NICET

Troxler

Field work

Nuclear density

Labor

Water testing

Tools

Troxler device

Job description

Description

Candidate will perform soil and concrete tests on industrial and retail projects. There will be little to no public sector work, with most work being local in the Dallas area. Candidate will perform slump tests, pressure tests, soil density, gradation, and others. Candidate will be responsible for communicating their progress with the superintendents on site at the job, as well as with internal employees. Must be able to perform basic writing and math skills.

Skills

CMT, construction materials technician, soil, water, technician, field, ACI, nicet, troxler, construction, labor, concrete, concrete testing, compaction tests, Nicet, Nuclear density, Soil testing

Top Skills Details

CMT, construction materials technician, soil, water, technician, field, ACI, nicet,troxler, construction, labor

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Start time is anywhere from 1am-6am depending on the job and what is scheduled. Avg hours a week is 40-60 hours. Needing someone with at least 3 years of density testing experience Do not have to have certifications, but need to have hands‑on experience. They need to be experienced with working outdoors, hands on positions, different schedules and OT.

Experience Level

Entry Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of DALLAS, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. 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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in DALLAS,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 19, 2026.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.