Precision Materials Lab Technician

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Frederick, MD seeks a Laboratory Technician to transform field samples into data within an AASHTO R18 quality system. You will work with calibrated equipment, log samples, and maintain strict chain of custody to ensure every result is traceable and accurate.

This role emphasizes precision in soils and concrete testing, with on-the-job training and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Careful hands with clean documentation habits and mechanical aptitude.
• Prior lab or CMT experience is a plus but not required—training provided.
• 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

Attention to detail

Repetitive precision work

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Frederick, MD seeks a Laboratory Technician to transform field samples into data within an AASHTO R18 quality system. You will work with calibrated equipment, log samples, and maintain strict chain of custody to ensure every result is traceable and accurate.

This role emphasizes precision in soils and concrete testing, with on-the-job training and opportunities for professional growth.