Entry Level-Materials Testing Technician-Sidney, ME

S. W. Cole Engineering, Inc.; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA with Employer Match

PTO

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Safety Shoes

Mileage Reimbursement

Company Vehicle

Job summary

S. W. Cole Engineering, Inc. in Sidney, Maine is seeking an entry‑level, full‑time field materials technician to support construction projects across Central Maine.

You will drive to sites, perform field tests on concrete, soil, and other materials, document results, and learn to read design plans. Training is provided during the onboarding process. No prior experience is required; typical schedule is Monday–Friday with occasional weekends during peak season.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to write and type observations and test results.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Drive to construction sites and perform field tests on materials such as concrete, soil, aggregate, asphalt, grout, mortar, and steel.
• Lift, carry, and transport samples of construction materials, walk through sites, and use equipment such as wheelbarrows.
• Document test results and observations; write or type reports using a computer or tablet.
• Interpret design plans and specifications; learn to read and understand construction documents.
• Perform laboratory work or attend training sessions when not on the field.
• Provide support for safety compliance, including wearing safety-toe boots and following company protocols.

Skills

Basic math skills

Job description

This position is full‑time, entry‑level, located in Sidney, Maine. You will work on construction projects across Central Maine.

Responsibilities

• Drive to construction sites and perform field tests on materials such as concrete, soil, aggregate, asphalt, grout, mortar, and steel.
• Lift, carry, and transport samples of construction materials, walk through sites, and use equipment such as wheelbarrows.
• Document test results and observations; write or type reports using a computer or tablet.
• Interpret design plans and specifications; learn to read and understand construction documents.
• Perform laboratory work or attend training sessions when not on the field.
• Provide support for safety compliance, including wearing safety‑toe boots and following company protocols.

Employment Details

• Work schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional weekend work and early mornings or late evenings during peak season.
• Guaranteed training while you learn; pay provided during training.
• Not required to have prior experience.

Qualifications

• Basic math skills.
• Ability to write and type observations and test results.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; no visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match.
• 8 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accruing each week (start with 3‑week accrual per year).
• Paid short‑ and long‑term disability and basic life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match and profit sharing.
• Voluntary life insurance, Critical Illness and Accident protection plans.
• Mobile phone stipend.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Safety toe shoe program and allowance for work clothing.
• Travel options: use your own vehicle with mileage reimbursement, company truck, or Company Vehicle Program with personal use allotment.

Employer

S. W. Cole Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer for Veterans and Disabled applicants. Our core values are leadership, commitment, integrity, and quality. We provide opportunities for extensive training, professional development, and internal leadership development programs.