$18/hr. - Construction Field Technician Trainee
About The Position
The Construction Materials Testing Field Technician Trainee performs hands-on testing of construction materials—including concrete, soils, rebar, and mortar—at commercial construction sites. The work also involves materials testing and geotechnical analysis, documenting observations, and supporting construction projects locally and throughout the Southeast. On-the-job training is provided, and the company provides a work truck, laptop, tools, and equipment. Field technicians receive cell phone reimbursements. Travel outside the local area may be required, with per diem for travel expenses; remote project technicians also receive per diem and pay for travel time to different jobs. The role requires night shifts and some weekend work. Daily schedules may change, so employees must accommodate a flexible schedule and have reliable transportation to the branch office at all hours if needed.
Requirements
- No prior experience is required.
- Must have a good driving record.
- Must have a clean criminal record.
- Must pass a physical and drug screen.
- Must be able to work night shifts and some weekends.
- Must accommodate a flexible schedule that may change from day to day.
- Must have reliable transportation to and from the branch office at all hours if needed.
Nice To Haves
- Basic construction skills.
- Experience working outdoors.
- Willingness to travel to projects in various states.
Responsibilities
- Perform field tests on construction materials such as concrete, soils, rebar, and mortar.
- Document field observations and testing work.
- Support materials testing and geotechnical analysis at commercial construction sites.
- Travel to project sites locally and, when required, outside the local area.
Benefits
- Company work truck, laptop, tools, and equipment provided.
- Cell phone reimbursement for field technicians.
- On-the-job training.
- Company-paid certifications and incentives for passing.
- Per diem for travel expenses when working outside the local area.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and short-term disability.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Medical and dependent care FSA plans.
- Remote project technicians receive per diem and pay for travel time to different jobs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
