CMT Field & Lab Technician

Jobtailor; Logan (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Field Quality Control Technician to perform concrete, soils, and asphalt testing at construction sites in Utah and surrounding areas. You will collect samples, operate testing equipment, and relay results to project managers.

Requirements include a high school diploma, willingness to travel, ability to lift 50 lbs, and certification in ACI/ASTM/OSHA, with preferred related coursework or associates degree.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willingness to travel to reporting office and surrounding areas.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications (ACI/ASTM/OSHA).
• Preferred related coursework or an associate degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform field quality control tests of concrete, soils, and asphalt.
• Perform field density testing on soil, asphalt, and other materials.
• Manage and conduct lab testing of CMT materials.
• Enter daily field observation and summary reports electronically.
• Relate information to project managers and engineers with limited in-field decision making.

Skills

Field Quality Control Testing

Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician

APNGA Nuclear Certification

AASHTO Test Methods

OSHA 10-Hour Construction

Education

High School Diploma

Technical or Associates Degree (preferred)

Tools

Specialty Testing Equipment

Laboratory Equipment

Job description

• Performs field quality control tests of concrete, masonry, and other construction materials.
• Performs field density testing on soil, asphalt, and other construction materials.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications for the lab as well as construction materials testing and inspection in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Manage and conduct lab testing of concrete, soils, and other CMT materials.
• Daily commutable travels to various construction sites, with the occasional overnight and/or weekend work when required.
• Relays information to project manager and/or engineer, with limited in-field decision making.
• Transports equipment, test specimens, and/or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.
• Enters daily field observation reports and summary reports electronically.
• Assists other technicians or professional staff on tasks and supports other departments as necessary.
• Follows Atlas safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.
• Ability to follow Atlas' QC plan and SOP's.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Motivated, career-oriented individual striving to learn and achieve within the construction industry.
• Must be willing to travel near the reporting office and surrounding areas as required by assignments.
• Works well independently.
• Experience within a construction related field is a plus.
• Ability to work toward and achieve industry required certifications. e.g., APNGA Nuclear Certification, American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1, Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician - Level 1, OSHA 10-hour Construction, etc.
• Preference for relevant work experience, a technical or associates degree, but not required.
• Preferred experience in testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Test methods, and American Standard Testing Materials (ASTM) standards, knowledge of AASHTOs and Cement & Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL) accreditation requirements and procedures, and knowledge of equipment calibrations and procedures compliant with AASHTO proficiency testing requirements.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to learn and operate specialty equipment.
• Physical strength, stamina and dexterity to lift and move 50 lbs., stoop, bend, and stand throughout the course of a workday in varying weather conditions in varying terrain.
• Valid drivers license.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in field quality control testing of construction materials, including concrete, soils, and asphalt, while adhering to industry standards and safety protocols. Capable of obtaining and maintaining required certifications and effectively communicating with project managers and engineers.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Field Quality Control Testing
• Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician - Level 1
• APNGA Nuclear Certification
• AASHTO Test Methods
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Field Density Testing
• Construction Materials Testing
• Equipment Calibration
• Reading Construction Plans
• Data Entry of Field Observation Reports

Soft Skills

• Motivated
• Independent Work
• Team Support

Certifications & Qualifications

• American Concrete Institute (ACI) Certification
• Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1

Industry Keywords

• Construction Industry
• Atlas Safety Policies
• Cement & Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL)
• American Standard Testing Materials (ASTM)

Tools & Technologies

• Specialty Testing Equipment
• Laboratory Equipment