Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician (Experienced)

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP

Paid holidays

Job summary

Braun Intertec is seeking an Experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician for our Cedar Rapids office. The role involves performing a variety of testing on soils, concrete, masonry, and asphalt on industrial, commercial, and transportation projects in the region.

Responsibilities include field testing, sampling, reporting, and coordinating with project managers. Candidates should have 1+ years of CM testing experience, a valid driver’s license, and be prepared to obtain required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ years construction materials testing experience.
• ACI Field-Testing Certification required.
• Willing to obtain DOT/NICET/ICC certifications within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds.
• Outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, and asphalt.
• Perform field concrete testing, including slump, air content, and temperature.
• Perform field density tests of soils.
• Prepare daily reports and documentation of field activities in electronic format.
• Work with project managers and senior technicians to ensure specifications are followed.
• Assist with training and mentoring of junior staff, as needed.

Skills

Plan reading

Math aptitude

Safety focus

Communication (verbal & written)

ACI Field-Testing Certification

Certifications: DOT/NICET/ICC (pref)

CM testing experience (1+)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Braun Intertec is seeking an Experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician for our Cedar Rapids office. In this role you will perform a variety of testing on construction materials such as soils, concrete, masonry, and asphalt on industrial, commercial, and transportation construction projects throughout the region.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, and asphalt.
• Perform field concrete testing, including slump, air content, and temperature.
• Perform field density tests of soils.
• Prepare daily reports and documentation of field activities in electronic format.
• Work with project managers and senior technicians or staff to ensure specifications are followed.
• Assist with training and mentoring of junior staff, as needed.

Qualifications

• A strong safety focus and attention to detail.
• Excellent plan reading skills.
• Demonstrated math and technical aptitude.
• Flexibility to work extended or non‑traditional hours as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• State DOT certifications and/or NICET certifications, ICC Concrete and Soils Certification preferred, or willingness to obtain them within 90 days of hire.
• ACI Concrete Field‑Testing Certification required.
• 1+ years of construction materials testing experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift 75+ pounds.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• At times, this position may involve working at or on uneven terrain, varying heights, in confined spaces, or supported trenches.

Training & Development

• Employees are encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company‑provided training and mentoring.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $50,000.00 – $74,000.00.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Paid holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statements

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Braun Intertec is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e‑mail us at [e-mail]. In your e‑mail, include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.