Precision Materials Lab Technician – Soils & Concrete

Construction Material Testing; Pearl City (HI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Pearl City, Hawaii, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to convert field samples into validated numbers under an AASHTO R18 quality system. You will work with calibrated equipment and carry accountability for every result.

The role involves performing standard tests (ASTM D698, D1557, D2216, D4318, C136, C39), maintaining calibration and records, logging samples, breaking cylinders, and supporting proficiency programs.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform ASTM D698, D1557, D2216, D4318, C136, and C39 testing.
• Prior lab or CMT experience a plus, not required — training is provided.
• Comfortable with repetitive precision work and meticulous documentation.

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 the same day
• Support proficiency sample programs and accreditation assessments

Skills

Careful hands

Clean documentation habits

Mechanical aptitude

Training provided

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Pearl City, Hawaii, is seeking a Laboratory Technician to convert field samples into validated numbers under an AASHTO R18 quality system. You will work with calibrated equipment and carry accountability for every result.

The role involves performing standard tests (ASTM D698, D1557, D2216, D4318, C136, C39), maintaining calibration and records, logging samples, breaking cylinders, and supporting proficiency programs.