Construction Materials Testing Technician

Kleinfelder Inc.; Colorado; On-site; USD 23,061 - 38,503; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Kleinfelder Inc. in Colorado is seeking a construction materials testing technician. This role requires a minimum of 2 years of related experience and ACI certification. The candidate will perform construction observation and testing services. Kleinfelder offers competitive wages, medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k), and opportunities for career advancement. The expected salary range is $16.74 – $27.95 hourly. Applications are accepted until 08/14/26.

Qualifications

• 2 years minimum of construction materials testing or inspection experience.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade 1 certification.
• Radiation safety training for operating a nuclear density gauge.
• 2 years minimum of soils observation and testing.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction observation and materials testing services.
• Complete work in a timely manner.
• Prepare daily field observation reports.
• Maintain cordial relationships with coworkers and clients.

Skills

Construction materials testing experience

Strong initiative

Ability to prepare reports

Good work ethic

High level of personal integrity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office programs

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people‑first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive. Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for you. From construction management and observation/inspection services to laboratory testing and materials and forensic engineering, our Construction Services market helps develop and maintain America's infrastructure and supply chain and is a recognized industry leader with more than 25 accredited laboratories.

Step into Your New Role

Kleinfelder's Golden office seeks experienced construction materials testing technicians to join our team. Kleinfelder offers:

• Competitive wages.
• Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; HSA & FSA; 401(k); paid holidays; and paid time off (PTO).
• Certification training and professional development (ICC, ACI, AWS, etc.).
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Career advancement opportunities with one of the largest and most respected firms in the industry.

We're looking for individuals with strong initiative who will perform construction observation and materials testing services on various projects to verify conformance to construction plans and specifications.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Following proper procedures
• Completing work in a timely manner
• Preparing daily field observation reports and materials testing data sheets
• Performing accurate computations
• Maintaining cordial relationships with coworkers, clients, and contractors

This position may require travel from time to time.

Consideration for this position requires the following certifications or experience:

• 2 years minimum of construction materials testing or inspection experience
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade 1
• Radiation safety training for the operation of a nuclear density gauge
• 2 years minimum of soils observation and testing
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record
• Able to use a company‑provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook)
• A good work ethic and high level of personal integrity
• Authorization to work in the United States

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Benefits and Compensation

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is $16.74 – $27.95. Applications will be accepted through 08/14/26.

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee opportunities to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education, training and certification expenses, and a mentoring program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)