CMT Technician (Gulf Coast)

Actalent; Fairhope (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with matching

Health and dental insurance

Cell phone reimbursement

Paid time off (holidays & vacation)

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a CMT Technician for Fairhope, AL. The role involves field sampling, testing, and inspection of construction materials per ASTM, DOT, ACI, AWS, and IBC standards, with laboratory analysis of materials.

Travel up to 50% (Southeast region) and 10% outside Alabama are expected. Requirements include 5 years of CMT experience, proficiency in materials testing and concrete testing, and certifications such as ACI/AWS or DOT inspection.

Qualifications

• 5 years of construction materials testing experience required.
• Proficiency in CMT, materials testing, and concrete testing.
• ACI certification, AWS certification, or DOT inspection experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field operations including sampling, testing, special inspections, and observation per ASTM, DOT, ACI, AWS, and IBC standards.
• Assist engineering staff with project execution and management.
• Apply engineering practices and construction methodologies per codes and specs.
• Read and understand construction plans and specifications.
• Conduct laboratory analysis of construction materials using specified methods.
• Perform physical activities including walking on uneven terrain, standing long periods, and lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Travel up to 50%, mainly in the Southeast region with 10% outside Alabama.

Skills

CMT experience

Materials testing

Concrete testing

ACI certification

AWS or DOT experience

Read construction plans

Communication skills

Education

HS diploma

Science/Engineering degree preferred

Job description

Job Title: CMT Technician - FairhopeJob Description

Responsibilities

• Conduct field operations consisting of sampling, testing, special inspections, and observation utilizing ASTM, DOT, ACI, AWS, and IBC methods and standards.

• Assist engineering staff with project execution and management.

• Understand and apply engineering practices and construction methodologies as indicated by codes and specifications.

• Read and understand construction plans and specifications.

• Conduct laboratory analysis of construction materials according to specified methods and standards.

• Perform physical activities, including walking through uneven terrain, long spans of standing, and lifting up to 75 lbs.

• Travel up to 50%, primarily within the Southeast region, with 10% travel outside the state of Alabama.

Essential Skills

• 5 years of experience in construction materials testing (CMT).

• Proficiency in CMT, construction materials testing, and concrete testing.

• ACI certification, AWS certification, or DOT inspection experience.

• Ability to read and understand construction plans and specifications.

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Two-year or four-year college degree in science, construction, or engineering preferred.

• Equivalent work history will be considered.

• Ability to test and achieve required certification following training.

• Experience in civil engineering or construction is prioritized.

• Proficiency in report writing, organization, and utilization of technology.

Work Environment

The work environment involves working both outside, sampling construction materials, and inside a lab testing these materials. Physical activities such as walking through uneven terrain and standing for long periods are required. The role involves traveling up to 50%, primarily within the Southeast region, with 10% travel outside the state of Alabama. Benefits include competitive compensation, 401K with matching, health and dental insurance, cell phone reimbursement, and paid time off including holidays and vacation.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairhope, AL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairhope, AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 9, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fairhope,AL.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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