CMT Field Technician 1

Oneatlas; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) match

Life & Disability insurance

Paid time off

PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a CMT Field Technician to perform advanced field and laboratory testing for hot mix asphalt, concrete, soils, and aggregates to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards. The role requires 2+ years in construction and the ability to work independently across local/state offices.

You will support quality control, document results, and collaborate with roadway personnel while traveling up to 50% and handling varying shift schedules to meet project demands.

Qualifications

• 2 years of construction experience, focusing on HMA, concrete, soils, and aggregates.
• Ability to read and understand plans, specifications, and test procedures.
• Knowledge of concrete, soils, base, and asphalt pavements.
• Experience with highway or building construction and working with contractors/owners.

Responsibilities

• Conduct material testing for HMA, concrete, soils, and aggregates in field, lab, or plant.
• Ensure compliance with TxDOT and City of Austin specifications and support QC/production oversight.
• Perform daily QC/QA sampling and testing per project specs.
• Provide technical support to roadway personnel and address testing inquiries.
• Maintain and calibrate lab equipment and document test results.
• Adhere to health and safety policies.
• Monitor and classify data inputs per protocols.
• Log and document activities for QA and reporting.
• Escalate complex issues to project managers.
• Collaborate to identify patterns and drive process improvements.
• Follow operational guidelines and security standards.
• Participate in training on new procedures and tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Plans reading

Concrete testing

Soils testing

Highway construction

Driver's license

TxAPA/L1A-L1B/SB102 + ACI Field Grade

MS Word / Excel

Tools

TXDOT procedures knowledge

Job description

At the heart of everything we do is our people. People who are masters of their fields. People who strive to deliver quality and excellence. People who make a difference in their communities.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

At Atlas, we’re committed to fostering a company culture that is welcoming for every employee.

Our People

Pushing the limits of what’s possible, we’re a place for intellectual curiosity.

Our employees believe in our purpose and know that our work ultimately makes the world a better place. When you bring your talents to Atlas, you become part of a national team of over 3,500 experienced engineers, environmental scientists, inspectors, and other professionals working to improve the infrastructure assets and natural environment in the communities where we live and work.

Your future at Atlas awaits – join us today!

Are you ready to work for one of the fastest growing infrastructure and environmental solutions companies in the country? Will you accept the challenge to innovate and solve complex and sophisticated problems? Do you want to grow as a professional, and transform and better the communities where you live and work?

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.

Job Description

At Atlas, we’re providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you’re a CMT Field Technician ready to perform advanced field and laboratory testing for Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA), concrete, soils, and aggregates to ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards. and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. This role requires an experienced professional with 2+ years in the construction industry, and the ability to work independently while supporting local and statewide offices. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Conduct material testing for HMA, concrete, soils, and aggregates in the field, laboratory, or plant.
• Ensure compliance with TxDOT and City of Austin specifications and support quality control and production oversight.
• Perform daily quality control and assurance sampling and testing to ensure adherence to project specifications.
• Provide technical support to roadway personnel, addressing placement testing inquiries and performing testing.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment and ensure proper documentation of test results.
• Abide by all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage incoming data streams, ensuring all inputs are correctly received and categorized according to established protocols.
• Perform initial assessments on system-generated tasks and queries, applying foundational knowledge to resolve basic issues.
• Accurately log and document all activities, maintaining detailed records for quality assurance and reporting purposes.
• Escalate complex or unresolved issues to project managers or subject matter specialists, providing clear and concise information to facilitate a swift resolution.
• Collaborate with team members to identify patterns and trends, contributing to process improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all operational guidelines and security standards to ensure data integrity and system stability.
• Participate in regular training sessions to stay updated on new procedures, tools, and system enhancements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• 2 years of experience in the construction industry, with a focus on HMA, concrete, soils, and aggregates.
• Proven ability to read and comprehend plans, specifications, and test procedures.
• Working knowledge of concrete, soils, base, and asphalt pavements.
• Experience in highway or building construction, with a history of working effectively with contractors and owners.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Current TxAPA Level 1A, 1B, SB102 and ACI Field Grade 1 is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other technical tools for material testing.
• Preferred certifications: TxAPA Level 1A, 1B, SB101, SB102, and ACI Field Grade 1.
• Knowledge of TXDOT and City of Austin testing procedures.
• Experience using Microsoft Word and Excel Spreadsheets.
• Proficiency in preparing and documenting test result in accordance with TXDOT standards and project requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time.
• Willingness to work day or night shifts, as well as “off hours” when needed.
• Flexibility to transition between field testing, inspection duties, and laboratory testing responsibilities as required.
• Availability to work up to 60 hours per week, as needed.
• Willing to learn and work any shift that is needed.

What you can expect from us

• 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.

About the Job

• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

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