Construction Materials Technician

Actalent; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

HSA (Health Savings Account)

Transportation benefits

PTO / Vacation / Sick Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Materials Technician for field testing and sampling, with lab work on soil, concrete, and asphalt. You will prepare detailed test reports and communicate results to project managers, engineers, and clients.

The role emphasizes calibration of equipment and strict safety compliance. Typical duties include site-based testing, data collection, and adherence to SOPs, with occasional lab tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience with field testing and material sampling.
• Ability to perform lab tests on soil, concrete, asphalt.
• Capable of producing handwritten field reports.
• Proficient with data collection using spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field testing and sampling of construction materials.
• Perform laboratory tests on soil, concrete, and asphalt samples.
• Prepare detailed and accurate reports of test results.
• Communicate findings to project managers, engineers, and clients.
• Ensure testing equipment is calibrated and maintained.
• Follow SOPs for testing at construction sites.
• Primarily work on construction sites with some lab work as needed.

Skills

Field testing

Soil sampling

Laboratory testing (soil, concrete, as

Handwritten field reports

Data collection with spreadsheets

Safety protocols

Team communication

Education

Associates degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or Construction Management

PCC and Aggregate Technician certifications

Tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Materials Technician

Job Description

As a Construction Materials Technician, you will be responsible for conducting field testing and sampling of construction materials, performing laboratory tests on soil, concrete, and asphalt samples, and preparing detailed and accurate reports of test results. You will communicate findings to project managers, engineers, and clients, ensuring all testing equipment is properly calibrated and maintained while adhering to safety protocols and company policies at all times.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field testing and sampling of construction materials.
• Perform laboratory tests on soil, concrete, and asphalt samples.
• Prepare detailed and accurate reports of test results.
• Communicate findings to project managers, engineers, and clients.
• Ensure all testing equipment is properly calibrated and maintained.
• Adhere to safety protocols and company policies at all times.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
• Document the testing of concrete, soil, and other construction materials in the field.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for testing at each construction site.
• Primarily perform work on construction sites, with occasional lab work as needed.

Essential Skills

• Knowledge of construction materials testing and soil sampling.
• Field experience with construction sites.
• Ability to conduct testing on concrete, soil, aggregate, and other materials.
• Ability to produce handwritten field reports.
• Basic technology skills for using spreadsheets and other equipment to collect data.
• Effective communication with contractors, owner's representatives, engineers, and other stakeholders.
• Strong attendance and work history with a focus on punctuality.
• Safety knowledge and adherence to safety protocols.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PCC and Aggregate Technician certifications.
• Experience with WisDOT projects, including bridges, highways, and curbs.
• Associates degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent construction field experience.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and overtime.
• Ability to drive a company vehicle.

Work Environment

Work is conducted 100% in the field, Monday through Friday, 45-50 hours a week, with occasional Saturdays required. The role involves working in all weather conditions.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Madison, WI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

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 Madison,WI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 2026.

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.

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 actalentaccommodat