Field & Lab Construction Materials Technician (Travel)

smeinc; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

PTO

Maternity/Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Vehicle with Fuel Card

Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Join S&ME as a Construction Materials Engineering Technician to support our KY Locke project in Paducah, KY. This role involves field and lab testing of concrete, soils and asphalt, with training and potential leadership opportunities for seasoned professionals.

We value teamwork, safety, and a strong commitment to quality; expect travel, outdoors work, and competitive benefits as part of a 100% employee-owned firm.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred for advanced levels.
• Experience in construction is preferred but not required.
• Active industry certifications such as ACI Field Testing Grade I and ICC Special Inspector are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing on concrete, soils, asphalt, and aggregates.
• Collect and prepare samples for analysis.
• Interpret test results and prepare detailed reports.
• Collaborate with engineers, contractors, and project managers to ensure compliance with specs and safety.

Skills

Field testing

Laboratory testing

Sample collection

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

ACI Field Testing Grade I

ICC Special Inspector

Job description

Join S&ME as a Construction Materials Engineering Technician to support our KY Locke project in Paducah, KY. This role involves field and lab testing of concrete, soils and asphalt, with training and potential leadership opportunities for seasoned professionals.

We value teamwork, safety, and a strong commitment to quality; expect travel, outdoors work, and competitive benefits as part of a 100% employee-owned firm.