Field & Lab Materials Technician - Construction QA

ACTalent; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Des Moines, IA is seeking an Engineering Technician to support construction and infrastructure projects across Central Iowa. You will perform field and lab testing of soils, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and steel to ensure compliance with project specs and quality standards.

The role is primarily field-based with 40–60 hour weeks, possible overtime, and occasional travel to sites. You will document results, work with contractors and engineers, and maintain testing records while

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction materials testing or geotechnical fieldwork.
• Experience with soil sampling and concrete testing.
• Ability to read construction plans and shop drawings.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and steel materials.
• Collect and document field samples for testing and analysis.
• Conduct foundation and reinforcing steel inspections to verify compliance with project specifications and shop drawings.
• Travel to multiple construction sites throughout Central Iowa on a daily basis.
• Communicate professionally with contractors, project managers, engineers, and project owners.
• Maintain accurate testing records, reports, and quality control documentation.
• Track and monitor data generated from testing equipment.
• Support project teams by providing timely and accurate testing results.

Skills

Field testing

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Travel readiness

Reading plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Geology or related field

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Actalent in Des Moines, IA is seeking an Engineering Technician to support construction and infrastructure projects across Central Iowa. You will perform field and lab testing of soils, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and steel to ensure compliance with project specs and quality standards.

The role is primarily field-based with 40–60 hour weeks, possible overtime, and occasional travel to sites. You will document results, work with contractors and engineers, and maintain testing records while