Construction Materials Tech

Actalent; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Materials Technician for a contract-to-hire role based in Gastonia, NC, with field duties across construction sites in the Charlotte area. You will perform materials testing and inspections following industry standards, documenting findings in daily field reports, and reading plans to support testing tasks.

The role requires physical work, lifting up to 80 lbs, and may entail after-hours work.

Qualifications

• Experience in concrete testing and materials testing.
• Ability to lift equipment up to 80 lbs.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting plans and blueprints.
• Skills in soil testing, ACI certification, and using a nuclear gauge.

Responsibilities

• Perform materials testing for construction projects according to industry standards.
• Conduct inspections of construction materials and document findings.
• Utilize testing equipment and perform physical activities such as squatting, bending, lifting, climbing, and traversing difficult terrain.
• Read and interpret construction plans and blueprints to aid testing and inspection tasks.

Skills

Concrete testing

Materials testing

Read blueprints

Soil testing

ACI certification

Nuclear gauge

Lifting 80 lbs

Tools

Nuclear gauge

Job description

Job Title: Construction Materials Tech

Job Description

Perform materials testing for construction projects in accordance with industry standards and protocols. Conduct inspections of construction materials and document findings through daily field reporting. Utilize testing equipment and procedures while performing physical activities including squatting, bending, lifting, climbing, and traversing difficult terrain. Read and interpret construction plans and blueprints to support testing and inspection activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform materials testing for construction projects according to industry standards.
• Conduct inspections of construction materials and document findings.
• Utilize testing equipment and perform physical activities such as squatting, bending, lifting, climbing, and traversing difficult terrain.
• Read and interpret construction plans and blueprints to aid testing and inspection tasks.

Essential Skills

• Experience in concrete testing and materials testing.
• Ability to lift equipment up to 80 lbs.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting plans and blueprints.
• Skills in soil testing, ACI certification, and using a nuclear gauge.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• ACI certification is preferred

Work Environment

The position is based in Charlotte, NC and involves field work requiring physical activities and traversing difficult terrain. The role may require working after regular business hours and occasionally on holidays. Employees will have the opportunity to cross-train in different markets and diversify their skillset, as the office encompasses several disciplines including environmental, surveying, and civil. A company truck is provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Gastonia, NC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.50/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Gastonia,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance our 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.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.