Precision Materials Lab Technician (Soils & Concrete)

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

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Athens, GA is seeking Laboratory Technicians to turn field samples into precise numbers under a documented AASHTO R18 quality system. You will work with calibrated equipment and be responsible for every result that leaves the lab.

You will perform ASTM tests, log samples, break cylinders, and maintain calibration and quality records. Training is provided, and the role offers daytime hours with possible field support during peaks.

Qualifications

• Careful hands and neat documentation habits.
• Prior lab or CMT experience not required— training provided.
• Comfortable with repetitive precision work.

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

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Athens, GA is seeking Laboratory Technicians to turn field samples into precise numbers under a documented AASHTO R18 quality system. You will work with calibrated equipment and be responsible for every result that leaves the lab.

You will perform ASTM tests, log samples, break cylinders, and maintain calibration and quality records. Training is provided, and the role offers daytime hours with possible field support during peaks.