Materials Testing Technician: Soils, Concrete & Asphalt

Shannon-; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership

Medical, prescription, vision, dental,

Long-term care and life insurance

Pre-tax health and daycare FSA

Profit sharing and 401(k)

Paid vacation (10–20 days)

Paid Sick Leave

Holidays and personal holiday

Volunteer day

Bereavement and jury duty leave

Parental leave

Wellness webinars and EAP

Mentorship Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Free parking

Job summary

Shannon & Wilson is seeking a Senior Materials Testing Technician to lead field and lab testing on CDOT projects and act as a technical resource for engineers and technicians. The role requires extensive hands-on experience with soils, concrete, asphalt, and related materials, plus multiple certifications and independent work capability.

The Senior Technician will manage testing schedules, maintain QA records, train junior staff, and ensure compliance with project specs and Shannon & Wilson's

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college education preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years' construction materials testing experience.
• Accreditations in soils, concrete, and asphalt required (WAQTC, ACI, CAPA).
• Able to work hours beyond 40 per week and weekends as needed.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to support other Shannon & Wilson offices.

Responsibilities

• Perform and oversee field and laboratory testing of soils, aggregate, concrete, asphalt, grout, and related materials.
• Prepare accurate field reports, test results, observations, calculations, sketches, and photos.
• Interpret project specifications and testing requirements.
• Identify non-conforming work and communicate findings to project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Coordinate testing schedules and priorities across multiple projects.
• Supervise testing activities and mentor junior staff.
• Assist with training and certification preparation.
• Maintain office accreditations and QA documentation.
• Follow and enforce QA, health & safety, and loss prevention policies.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Mentoring

Travel readiness

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

WAQTC

ACI

CAPA

Job description

Shannon & Wilson is seeking a Senior Materials Testing Technician to lead field and lab testing on CDOT projects and act as a technical resource for engineers and technicians. The role requires extensive hands-on experience with soils, concrete, asphalt, and related materials, plus multiple certifications and independent work capability.

The Senior Technician will manage testing schedules, maintain QA records, train junior staff, and ensure compliance with project specs and Shannon & Wilson's