CMT Field & Lab Technician

Jobtailor; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a field quality control technician to perform QC testing on concrete, soils, and asphalt, with daily site travel in Ogden, UT. Responsibilities include collecting samples, entering reports, coordinating with engineers, and maintaining certifications.

The role requires strong safety adherence, the ability to lift 50 lbs, and willingness to learn AASHTO/ASTM methods. A technical background is preferred, with travel to multiple sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Willing to travel to reporting office and surrounding areas as required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform field and lab testing.
• Experience or certifications in construction materials testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform field quality control tests of concrete, soils, and other materials.
• Conduct field density testing on soils, asphalt and other materials.
• Obtain and maintain required lab certifications per project specs and standards.
• Manage and conduct lab testing of concrete, soils, and other CMT materials.
• Travel daily to diverse construction sites, with occasional overnight or weekend work.
• Relay information to project managers/engineers and assist in in-field decisions.
• Transport equipment, specimens, and documents to sites, labs, clients or offices.
• Enter daily field observation and summary reports electronically.
• Assist other technicians or staff and support other departments as needed.
• Follow Atlas safety policies and procedures and read/interpret plans.

Skills

Field QC Testing

Concrete Testing

Soil Testing

AASHTO Knowledge

OSHA 10

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/Associate degree preferred

Tools

APNGA Nuclear Certification

ACI Concrete Field Tech - Grade 1

Concrete Lab Tech - Level 1

OSHA 10-hour Construction

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 with 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 Testing


• Soil Testing


• AASHTO Standards Knowledge


• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Field Density Testing


• Lab Testing


• Construction Plans Interpretation


• Equipment Calibration


• Physical Equipment Setup

Soft Skills

• Motivated


• Independent Work


• Team Support

Certifications & Qualifications

• APNGA Nuclear Certification


• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1


• Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician - Level 1

Industry Keywords

• Construction Materials Testing


• ASTM Standards


• Cement & Concrete Reference Laboratory Accreditation


• Atlas Safety Policies


• Construction Related Field Experience

Tools & Technologies

• Specialty Testing Equipment


• Computer Software for Reporting