Precision Lab Technician: Soils & Concrete – Daytime Hours

Construction Material Testing; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Laboratory Technician to convert field samples into precise test results. You will perform standardized ASTM testing, log samples, maintain calibration, and report strength results promptly to support project timelines.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation and adherence to our quality system under AASHTO/CCR L guidelines, with training provided for those new to lab work and opportunities to advance within the materials-testing field.

Qualifications

• Careful hands, clean documentation habits, mechanical aptitude.
• Prior lab or CMT experience a plus, not required — we train.
• Comfortable with repetitive precision work done right every time.

Responsibilities

• Perform ASTM D698, D1557, D2216, D4318, C136, and C39 testing.
• Maintain calibration, standardization, and quality records.
• Log samples and preserve chain of custody.
• Break cylinders and report strength results same day.
• Support proficiency sample programs and accreditation assessments.

Skills

Careful hands

Documentation habits

Mechanical aptitude

Lab experience preferred

Repetitive precision work

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Laboratory Technician to convert field samples into precise test results. You will perform standardized ASTM testing, log samples, maintain calibration, and report strength results promptly to support project timelines.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation and adherence to our quality system under AASHTO/CCR L guidelines, with training provided for those new to lab work and opportunities to advance within the materials-testing field.