Traveling Construction Materials Technician Midwest Testing

Actalent; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company truck provided

Gas card

Per diem at GSA rate

PPE provided

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Traveling Construction Materials Technician to join a national field-testing team based in Springfield, MO. Expect 60-hour weeks with 3 weeks on/1 off travel across the Midwest, testing soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.

A company truck, gas card, and per diem support field work on high-profile sites. Requirements include 6 months in materials testing, a high school diploma, and ACI certification within 90 days of hire; NICET is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of construction materials testing experience.
• ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
• NICET certification is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field tests, observations, and inspections of construction materials.
• Communicate results with project managers, clients, and contractors.
• Transport samples and documentation to the laboratory.
• Prepare and submit daily data and observations in reports.
• Maintain equipment, vehicles, and safety practices.
• Assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians.
• Adhere to safety standards at all times.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Safety minded

ACI Certification (90 days)

60-hour weeks

6 months experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Nuclear density gauge

Testing equipment operation

NICET certification a plus

Job description

Actalent seeks a Traveling Construction Materials Technician to join a national field-testing team based in Springfield, MO. Expect 60-hour weeks with 3 weeks on/1 off travel across the Midwest, testing soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.

A company truck, gas card, and per diem support field work on high-profile sites. Requirements include 6 months in materials testing, a high school diploma, and ACI certification within 90 days of hire; NICET is a plus.