CMT Lab Technician — Career Growth & Certification Support

EXP; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

EXP is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support laboratory testing operations for roadway and heavy civil infrastructure projects. You will assist with sample preparation, testing, documentation, and general lab operations involving soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete materials.

This entry-level role offers training and career development toward professional certifications. Candidates should have a high school diploma or trade certificate and be able to lift up to 50 pounds; prior field

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma, trade school certificate, or equivalent.
• Certifications: Holding or actively pursuing at least one of the listed certifications is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform Material Testing: Conduct standard laboratory tests including sieve analysis, moisture-density relationships (Proctors), plastic limits, and concrete compressive strength tests.
• Sample Management: Identify, log, organize, store, and properly dispose of material samples received from the field.
• Data Recording & Reporting: Thoroughly document testing raw numbers and prepare accurate, legible data sheets or electronic logs.
• Equipment Maintenance: Clean, maintain, and assist in the routine calibration checks of laboratory equipment and workstations.
• Safety & Compliance: Maintain a clean work environment and adhere to all laboratory safety policies and Quality Management System (QMS) guidelines.

Education

High school diploma

Trade school certificate

ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician

ACI Laboratory Concrete Testing Technician (Level 1)

ACI Aggregate Testing Technician (Level 1)

NICET Level 1 in Construction Materials Testing

Job description

EXP is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support laboratory testing operations for roadway and heavy civil infrastructure projects. You will assist with sample preparation, testing, documentation, and general lab operations involving soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete materials.

This entry-level role offers training and career development toward professional certifications. Candidates should have a high school diploma or trade certificate and be able to lift up to 50 pounds; prior field