CMT Field Technician 1

Atlas; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental benefits

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

A civil engineering leader in Louisville, KY is seeking a CMT Field Technician 1 to conduct field tests on construction materials. This entry-level position requires physical stamina and a high school diploma. Candidates should be motivated to learn and be willing to travel within Kentucky and Indiana. The company offers comprehensive benefits including health and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to lift and move 70 lbs.
• Must be willing to travel within Kentucky and Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction-related field tests as directed.
• Enter daily field observation reports electronically.
• Transport equipment and documents to field personnel.

Skills

Technical writing

Verbal communication

Concrete testing

Soil testing

Asphalt testing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Denver, CO, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart‑led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a CMT Field Technician 1 to join our Louisville, KY team! Come join us!

Job Responsibilities

• Performs construction‑related field tests as directed by the Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Manager and Senior Engineer.
• Travels to various construction sites primarily throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana, with the potential for overnight and/or weekend as needed.
• 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.
• Performs field quality control tests of in‑place concrete.
• Performs field density testing on soil, concrete, asphalt and other construction materials.
• Assists other technicians or professional staff on tasks and assists other departments as necessary.
• Follows Atlas’ safety plans, programs, policies, and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Continued education, college degree, and/or degree in technical fields a plus.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical strength, stamina and dexterity to lift and move 70 lbs, stoop, bend, and stand throughout the course of up to a 12‑hour work day in varying weather conditions in varying terrain.
• Experience with concrete, soils, and asphalt testing is preferred.
• Motivated, career‑oriented individual striving to learn and achieve within the construction industry.
• Must be willing to travel within Kentucky and Indiana as required by assignments.

Technical Requirements

• Work toward and achieve American Concrete Institute (ACI) Level 1 certification within six months of employment.
• Excellent skills in technical writing and verbal communications.

Other Miscellaneous Qualities

• Ability to travel up to 10%, mainly within Kentucky and Southern Indiana.
• Desire to obtain relevant professional registration or certifications, if not already obtained.

Benefits

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are

We strive to be the most sought‑after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values‑driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values

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

Heart: As our hallmarks, 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, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Strategy/Planning and Information Technology

Industries

Civil Engineering

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