Field Materials Testing Technician – Travel‑Ready

Thompson Engineering; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Engineering is seeking qualified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technicians for multiple locations. This role oversees testing and inspection activities on active construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will travel across multi-states to various job sites as needed. Responsibilities include field testing using a nuclear density gauge, sample collection, laboratory transport, data recording, and daily reporting to the Team

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of six (6) months of construction materials testing experience.
• ACI Level I Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Nuclear Gauge Certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Willingness to travel to various job sites as required.
• Level and compensation commensurate with experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing of construction materials using a 40-pound nuclear density gauge.
• Obtain concrete samples from ready-mix trucks and prepare concrete test cylinders.
• Conduct concrete testing and transport samples to the laboratory for analysis.
• Collect, document, and deliver soil samples to the laboratory.
• Observe construction activities and record performance data.
• Maintain daily field diaries and prepare reports for the Team Leader.

Skills

Communication

Field testing

Report writing

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Thompson Engineering is seeking qualified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technicians for multiple locations. This role oversees testing and inspection activities on active construction sites to ensure compliance with specifications and quality standards.

Ideal candidates will travel across multi-states to various job sites as needed. Responsibilities include field testing using a nuclear density gauge, sample collection, laboratory transport, data recording, and daily reporting to the Team