Construction Materials Technician (Soil)

Actalent; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

On-site lab in Tulsa

Job summary

Actalent in Tulsa, OK is seeking a full-time Construction Materials Technician (Soil) to perform soils testing in a modern laboratory. You will prepare soil samples, run standard tests, and document results for quality assurance and project schedules.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and safety; previous soils lab experience is preferred, and the position offers full-time hours in an onsite lab with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 1+ years soils lab experience preferred in construction materials or geotechnical testing.
• Experience with standard soils tests (moisture, density, classification, compaction).
• Strong sample handling, labeling and 기록 documentation skills.
• Ability to follow procedures with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Work full time in the laboratory performing soils testing per procedures and quality standards.
• Prepare soil samples for testing, ensuring proper labeling and organization.
• Perform moisture content, density, classification, and compaction tests.
• Record and document test results in lab reports and testing records.
• Maintain organized samples, reports, and testing records for traceability.
• Follow lab procedures, safety standards, and QA requirements.
• Support project timelines by completing testing within deadlines.
• Manage multiple samples and testing priorities with accuracy.
• Ensure all work aligns with QA standards for soils testing.

Skills

Soils testing

Moisture content

Density testing

Lab documentation

Quality assurance

Safety compliance

Time management

Indoor lab work

Job description

Job Title: Construction Materials Technician (Soil)

Job Description

This full-time Construction Materials Technician (Soil) role is a laboratory-based position focused on testing and analyzing soils and geotechnical materials. You will prepare soil samples, perform a variety of standardized tests, and accurately document results to support project schedules and quality assurance requirements in a safety-focused, process-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Work full time in the laboratory performing soils testing in accordance with established procedures and quality standards.
• Prepare soil samples for testing and analysis, ensuring proper handling, labeling, and organization.
• Perform moisture content, density, classification, compaction, and other soils-related laboratory tests.
• Record and document test results accurately, maintaining clear and complete data in lab reports and testing records.
• Maintain organized samples, lab reports, and testing records to ensure traceability and efficient workflow.
• Follow laboratory procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements at all times.
• Support project schedules by completing testing within required timelines and meeting testing deadlines.
• Manage multiple samples and testing priorities while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
• Ensure all work aligns with quality assurance standards for construction materials and soil testing.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of soils laboratory experience preferred, particularly in construction materials or geotechnical testing.
• Hands-on experience with soil testing procedures, including moisture content, density, classification, compaction, and related tests.
• Proficiency in preparing, organizing, handling, and tracking soil samples accurately.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to record test data and maintain accurate lab records.
• High attention to detail, with the ability to follow testing procedures closely and consistently.
• Experience in construction materials testing and quality assurance related to soils and soil compaction.
• Ability to manage multiple samples and testing priorities while maintaining organization and accuracy.
• Reliable attendance and commitment to meeting testing deadlines in a laboratory environment.
• Comfort working full time in an indoor laboratory setting focused on soils and geotechnical materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Soil testing experience in a geotechnical or construction materials context is highly preferred.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain orderly samples, records, and laboratory workflows.
• Ability to work effectively in a safety-focused, process-driven environment.
• Demonstrated consistency and reliability in following testing standards and laboratory procedures.
• Interest in construction, materials testing, and quality assurance as part of project delivery.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, indoor laboratory-based role focused on soils and geotechnical materials testing. You will work in a safety-focused, process-driven environment that requires accuracy, organization, and strict adherence to testing standards and laboratory procedures. The work involves handling and testing soil samples, maintaining organized records, and supporting project timelines through timely completion of laboratory tests.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Tulsa, OK.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/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)
• Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tulsa,OK.
• Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Actalent

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