Precision Lab Technician - Soils & Concrete Testing

Construction Material Testing; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Montana is seeking a Laboratory Technician to convert field samples into precise numerical results under a documented quality system. You will work with calibrated equipment and ensure accountability for every result that leaves the lab.

Typical duties include performing standard ASTM tests, maintaining calibration and records, logging samples, breaking cylinders, and supporting proficiency programs. Training is provided for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Careful hands and clean documentation habits are essential.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform repetitive precision tasks.
• Willingness to train; prior lab or CMT experience is a plus but not required.

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 discipline

Mechanical aptitude

Willing to train

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Montana is seeking a Laboratory Technician to convert field samples into precise numerical results under a documented quality system. You will work with calibrated equipment and ensure accountability for every result that leaves the lab.

Typical duties include performing standard ASTM tests, maintaining calibration and records, logging samples, breaking cylinders, and supporting proficiency programs. Training is provided for the right candidate.