West TX Travel CMT Technician: Field Testing & QA/QC

Jobtailor; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Construction Materials Testing technician to perform field sampling, soil and concrete testing, and density measurements across West Texas sites. The role requires travel, safety certifications, and accurate reporting of test results to project teams.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of 2+ years in CMT, NDT/Nuclear gauge experience, and relevant certifications, with the ability to handle equipment and coordinate with clients and staff on site.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel and relocate to West Texas projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs construction materials testing field sampling and testing as directed by CMT Manager and Senior Engineer.
• Travels to various construction sites throughout West Texas with potential overnight/weekend work.
• Performs soil and HMA density testing with nuclear gauge and follows safety/HAZMAT procedures.
• Performs field QC testing of in-place concrete including sampling and testing.
• Relays information to project manager/engineer with limited in-field decision making.
• Transports equipment, test specimens, and documentation to field, lab, clients or offices.
• Maintains daily field observation and summary reports electronically.
• Assists other technicians and staff; supports other departments as needed.
• Follows Atlas safety plans and procedures.
• Performs IBC Chapter 17 Special Inspections of Reinforced Concrete, Soils, Structural Masonry, Fireproofing, Firestopping, Structural Steel and Bolting, Welding as applicable.
• Supports projects from proposal through completion to ensure scope, schedule, budget and quality.
• Maintains communication with clients, contractors and senior staff.
• Directs activities at project sites as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Soil Density Testing

Concrete Testing

Daily Summary Reporting

IBC 17 Special Inspections

Equipment Setup

Radiation Safety

QA/QC

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade I

Nuclear Density Gauge Safety Training

HAZMAT Certification (Nuclear Density Gauges)

TXAPA Certification

NICET Certification

ICC Certification

OSHA 10 HR Certification

Tools

Nuclear Density Gauge

Testing Equipment

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a Construction Materials Testing technician to perform field sampling, soil and concrete testing, and density measurements across West Texas sites. The role requires travel, safety certifications, and accurate reporting of test results to project teams.

Ideal candidates bring a minimum of 2+ years in CMT, NDT/Nuclear gauge experience, and relevant certifications, with the ability to handle equipment and coordinate with clients and staff on site.