Construction Materials Testing Field Technician

Mtc Test; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Mtc Test is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Field Technician to perform soil, concrete, asphalt, and masonry testing on construction sites in Grand Rapids, MI. The role includes documenting results, communicating with client field representatives, and assisting the Project Manager with any deficiencies.

Requirements include a high school diploma, ability to travel and stay overnight for nonlocal projects, a valid driver's license, and physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel and stay overnight for nonlocal projects when necessary.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to handle lifting up to 50 lbs and work outdoors at construction sites.
• High ethical standards and reliability for field testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform soil, concrete, asphalt and masonry testing.
• Complete daily report of observation and accurately record test results.
• Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications.
• Communicate professionally with client representatives at project sites.
• Record and report deviations from specifications to supervisors.
• Maintain field equipment properly.
• Perform other duties or functions as assigned.

Skills

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Ethical standards

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Education

High School diploma

Science-focused degree helpful

Job description

Construction Materials Testing Field Technician

693 Plymouth Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, USA

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Field Technicians travel to construction project sites to perform Quality Assurance testing of construction materials. Upon accurate completion of the tests, the results are documented and communicated to client field representatives. Reports are then submitted for review and processing. With guidance from the Project Manager, the Field Technician will assist with deficiency resolution.

Responsibilities:

• Perform soil, concrete, asphalt and masonry testing.
• Complete daily report of observation and accurately record test results.
• Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications.
• Professional communication with client representatives (supervisor, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites.
• Recording and communication to the project supervisor and client any deviations from the specifications.
• Proper maintenance of equipment.
• Perform other duties or functions as assigned or requested.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• High School degree required; Associates or Bachelor degree with a science focus helpful.
• Ability to travel and stay overnight for nonlocal projects when necessary.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record. Must pass drug screen, physical and background check.
• Ability to coordinate individual aspects of projects. Effective communication skills.
• High ethical standards. Regular lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Work environment primarily at construction sites with the possibility of challenging terrain and outdoor weather conditions.
• Pre-employment drug screen and physical.