CMT Field & Lab Technician - Nuclear

Atlas Atlas•Idaho Falls, ID

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services, providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, Atlas delivers solutions to both public and private clients, aiming for smart, safe, and sustainable results. The company emphasizes that its future is everyone's responsibility and strives to create a better experience at every stage of a project. This Construction Materials Testing Field & Lab Tech Technician - Nuclear role is a 3-year remote field assignment, with 50-hour work weeks, supporting construction of the Natrium advanced nuclear reactor. Pre-deployment training will be in Idaho Falls, ID for 3 months, with per diem provided for the duration of the assignment. Atlas is looking to fill an onsite role in Kemmerer, WY that combines the duties of an ACI-certified field technician and lab technician. This individual will have in-field responsibilities such as providing field testing and inspections of concrete, masonry, soils, aggregates, and asphalt for private and public projects, as well as lab responsibilities including soils, concrete testing, and lab upkeep, maintaining lab accreditations. The role is part of a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where the work creates a lasting positive impact.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Motivated, career-oriented individual striving to learn and achieve within the construction industry.
Must be willing to travel near the reporting office and surrounding areas as required by assignments.
Works well independently.
Ability to work toward and achieve industry required certifications. e.g., APNGA Nuclear Certification, American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1, Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician - Level 1, OSHA 10-hour Construction, etc.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to learn and operate specialty equipment.
Physical strength, stamina and dexterity to lift and move 50 lbs., stoop, bend, and stand throughout the course of a workday in varying weather conditions in varying terrain.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Experience with within a construction related field is a plus.
Preference for relevant work experience, a technical or associate’s degree, but not required.
Preferred experience in testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Test methods, and American Standard Testing Materials (ASTM) standards, knowledge of AASHTO’s and Cement & Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL) accreditation requirements and procedures, and knowledge of equipment calibrations and procedures compliant with AASHTO proficiency testing requirements.

Responsibilities

Performs field quality control tests of concrete, masonry, and other construction materials.
Performs field density testing on soil, asphalt, and other construction materials.
Obtain and maintain required certifications for the lab as well as construction materials testing and inspection in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
Manage and conduct lab testing of concrete, soils, and other CMT materials.
Daily commutable travels to various construction sites, with the occasional overnight and/or weekend work when required.
Relays information to project manager and/or engineer, with limited in-field decision making.
Transports equipment, test specimens, and/or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.
Enters daily field observation reports and summary reports electronically.
Assists other technicians or professional staff on tasks and supports other departments as necessary.
Follows Atlas’ safety policies and procedures.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs.
Ability to follow Atlas' QC plan and SOP's.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
Vacation time.
Paid holidays.
Sick & safety leave (SSL).
Paid parental leave.
401(k) and company match.
Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
Approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
Clear career paths, learning resources and development programs.
Internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
Reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities (Flexibility).