Field Technician - Construction Materials Testing

SOCOTEC, Inc.; Village of Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. seeks a Field Technician to perform concrete, soil, and asphalt testing on active construction sites in New York. The role combines fieldwork with lab support, requiring travel, sampling, and ASTM-based documentation.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of testing experience and ACI Grade I certification or are pursuing it. You will work outdoors, lift up to 50 pounds, and contribute to quality and safety on infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Certification required or actively pursuing the Grade I certification.
• 1–2 years of construction materials testing or related field experience.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.

Responsibilities

• Perform standardized field testing of concrete, soil, asphalt and other materials using ASTM methods.
• Collect samples at active sites and document test results.
• Transport cylinders and samples between sites, curing facility, and lab.
• Record and report results per ASTM standards and procedures.
• Inspect and maintain testing equipment for accuracy.
• Support lab testing activities and additional testing tasks as needed.
• Communicate testing schedules and results with teams and contractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Concrete testing

Field inspection

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I Certification

Certification in progress

Job description

SOCOTEC, Inc. seeks a Field Technician to perform concrete, soil, and asphalt testing on active construction sites in New York. The role combines fieldwork with lab support, requiring travel, sampling, and ASTM-based documentation.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of testing experience and ACI Grade I certification or are pursuing it. You will work outdoors, lift up to 50 pounds, and contribute to quality and safety on infrastructure projects.