Entry-Level Concrete Field Technician — Paid Certifications

Construction Material Testing; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking field technicians to sample and test fresh concrete on active sites in Texas. You will perform slump, air, temperature, and cylinder tests, verify soil compaction with a nuclear density gauge, and document results the same day.

No prior experience required; training provided and we sponsor ACI/NCERT certifications as you progress. The role is outdoor, physical, and essential to project quality and safety.

Qualifications

• No formal degree required; entry level training provided.
• Able to work outdoors in hot/cold conditions.
• Reliable, detail-focused, and coachable.

Responsibilities

• Sample and test fresh concrete per ASTM C172, C143, C231, C1064, and C31.
• Run field density and moisture tests per ASTM D6938.
• Prepare clear daily field reports tied to placement locations.
• Maintain gauge standardization, cure boxes, and chain of custody.
• Communicate results to superintendents on the spot.

Skills

Field testing

Concrete testing

Outdoor work

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Nuclear density gauge

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking field technicians to sample and test fresh concrete on active sites in Texas. You will perform slump, air, temperature, and cylinder tests, verify soil compaction with a nuclear density gauge, and document results the same day.

No prior experience required; training provided and we sponsor ACI/NCERT certifications as you progress. The role is outdoor, physical, and essential to project quality and safety.