TxAPA Level 1-A Lab Technician

Atlas; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401k matching

Life insurance

Safety PPE provided

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Employee communities

Flexible work

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Atlas is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Lab Technician to support the West Texas area from Midland. The role performs soils, aggregates, HMA and concrete testing in the CMT lab according to TxDOT and ASTM standards, with room to grow toward field certifications.

Candidates should have TxAPA Level 1 A certification and about 1 year of CMT experience or strong aptitude. A valid driver's license is required, with travel up to 25% and willingness to pursue additional ACI credentials.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in a construction materials testing lab or field preferred.
• TxAPA Level 1 A certification is required.
• Ability to read and comprehend test procedures, specifications, and lab worksheets.
• Knowledge of soils, aggregates, HMA and concrete testing.
• Valid driver's license.
• Willing to learn and pursue additional ACI certifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel for documentation.
• Must travel up to 25% for field support in West Texas.
• Able to work in a lab with occasional physical demands.

Responsibilities

• Perform lab testing for soils, aggregates, HMA, and concrete to ensure compliance with TxDOT specifications and quality standards.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment.
• Log and document test data.
• Support occasional field sampling.
• Communicate results to Lab Manager and follow safety policies.
• Participate in training toward ACI certifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab testing

Data logging

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Travel readiness

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

TxAPA Level 1 A certification

Tools

TxDOT procedures

ASTM standards

AASHTO standards

Job description

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive With a team of 3500 employees and offices throughout the US we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work We always aim for smart safe and sustainable results At Atlas we understand that our future is everyones responsibility and we create a better experience at every stage of a project

Job Description

Join Atlas Technical Consultants Construction Materials Testing CMT lab in Midland supporting the West Texas area The successful technician will possess a TxAPA Level 1 A certification & 1 years experience in the CMT industry Technician will perform soils aggregate HMA and concrete testing in the lab in accordance with TxDOT and ASTM standards with room to grow into field certifications Join a dynamic value driven client and community focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve

Core Responsibilities

• Perform lab testing for soils aggregates HMA and concrete to ensure compliance with TxDOT specifications and quality standards
• Conduct material testing in the lab
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment
• Ensure compliance with TxDOT Tex series specs and QC
• Log and document test data
• Support occasional field sampling
• Communicate results and anomalies to the Lab Manager; follow all safety policies
• Participate in training toward ACI certifications
• Perform other duties as assigned

You’ll thrive here if you have

• 1 years of experience in construction materials testing lab andor field preferred; candidates with strong aptitude and willingness to learn also considered
• TxAPA Level 1 A certification required
• Ability to read and comprehend test procedures specifications and lab worksheets
• Working knowledge of soils aggregates HMA and concrete testing preferred
• Must have a valid drivers license
• Current 1B SB101 SB103 SB102 SB201 SB202 AGG101 and ACI Field Grade ACI Strength any combination preferred but not required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel and other tools used for material testing documentation
• Knowledge of TxDOT ASTM and AASHTO testing procedures relating to soils aggregates HMA and concrete
• Proficiency in preparing and documenting test results in accordance with TxDOT standards and project requirements
• Ability to travel up to 25 of the time for occasional field support within the West Texas area
• Flexibility to transition between lab testing and occasional field testinginspection duties as required
• Willing to learn and work toward additional ACI certifications
• Reliable and detail oriented; comfortable in a lab environment with occasional physical demands lifting samples standing for extended periods

What you can expect from us

• Health & Wellness We offer medical dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options including no cost employee only medical coverage
• Time Off & Family Support We offer vacation time paid holidays sick & safety leave SSL and paid parental leave
• Retirement We help employees plan for the future with a 401k and company match
• Insurance To provide protection and peace of mind we offer Life AD&D Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Disability insurance
• Safety Program We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear
• Learning & Development We provide clear career paths learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement
• Belonging We support Employee Communities ECs voluntary employee led groups that create connections belonging and shared purposes
• Flexibility May vary by project demands and regional workloads but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities
• Our people and our culture are central to our work Our values bring us together create a sense of belonging and give us purpose They guide how we make decisions how we work as a team and how we serve our clients
• Life We enhance the quality of life We value people and safety above all else
• Heart As our hallmark we act with compassion empathy and respect
• Trust We work together as partners doing what we say with full accountability
• Mastery Always striving for the highest quality greatness inspires our work

About the Job

Career Level Entry

Employment Type Full time

EEO Statement Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race including hairstyles hair texture hair type or hair length commonly or historically associated with race ethnicity creed religion or religious creed color sex including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave andor family care leave gender identity gender expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry citizenship or immigration status primary language crime victim status criminal conviction history uniformed service member or veteran status marital status age genetic information disability or protected medical condition genetics political affiliation or activities or any other status protected under applicable federal state or local laws Notice to Third Party Agencies Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidates without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency Any unsolicited resumes including those submitted to hiring managers are deemed to be the property of Atlas