CMT Technician, Materials

wsb•Rochester, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

CMT Technician is responsible for performing field and laboratory tests on construction materials to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards. This role supports environmental, engineering, and construction projects by providing accurate test and inspection data, maintaining equipment, and preparing detailed reports. The technician will work collaboratively with engineering staff, contractors, and clients to ensure quality and safety on construction sites.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Field & lab assignments may require travel and/or work to be performed on site.
Ability to work nights and weekends.
Operates tools requiring fine motor skills.
Moves materials weighing up to 75 pounds periodically.
Traverses' construction sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches.
Conducts visual assessments of task quality and job site safety.
Positions self to access tools and materials in various locations.
Ascends/descends into job site areas to complete inspections and data collection.
May remain in stationary position for extended periods.
Primarily field-based role must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Full‑time position with standard business hours; occasional night work or overtime may be required based on project deadlines.
Must be able to work onsite at a WSB office, as needed, as required by the project, client, or hiring manager.
Reliable transportation required and the ability to travel daily within assigned territory.
Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

Perform field & laboratory tests according to prescribed procedures and standards.
Collect soil and concrete samples, prepare samples for testing, record data, and prepare summary reports.
Use specialized equipment and apparatus to prepare reports and technical data.
Operate computer systems and peripheral equipment; maintain results log.
Set up, maintain, and calibrate equipment.
Confer with Engineering staff on test efforts.
Inspect construction activities on heavy highway construction projects.
Monitor work performed by contractors or vendors.
Ensure materials used on projects meet specifications.
Inspect common, unclassified and roadway excavation, embankment, borrow pits, and removal, storage, and placement of topsoil.
Complete appropriate forms and paperwork for construction activities completed each day.
Maintain considerable contact with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
Work with other task team members and leaders.
Moves a case weighing up to 95 pounds.
Pushes up to 250 pounds in a wheelbarrow.
Remains in a stationary position for extended periods.
Operates tools requiring fine motor skills.
Traverses' construction sites having uneven terrain, slopes, confined spaces, or reinforced trenches.
Positions self to access tools and materials in various locations.
Conducts visual assessments of construction quality and safety.