Field Materials Technician: Soils, Concrete & Asphalt

Actalent; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent in St. Cloud, MN is seeking a Construction Materials Technician to perform sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, and asphalt outdoors, often lifting 50-75 pounds.

You will document field activities electronically, work with a project team and lead technicians to ensure specs, mentor junior staff, and may obtain additional certifications; the role offers career growth opportunities within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of construction materials testing experience.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Certification required.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• MnDOT or ICC certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to complex sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, and asphalt.
• Provide clear documentation of field activities entered daily in electronic format.
• Work with project team and lead technicians to ensure project specifications are followed.
• Assist with training and mentoring of junior staff, as needed.

Skills

Construction materials testing

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Safety focus

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Actalent in St. Cloud, MN is seeking a Construction Materials Technician to perform sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, and asphalt outdoors, often lifting 50-75 pounds.

You will document field activities electronically, work with a project team and lead technicians to ensure specs, mentor junior staff, and may obtain additional certifications; the role offers career growth opportunities within a fast-paced environment.