Construction Material Testing Technician

Universal Engineering Sciences•Dallas, TX

14h•Onsite

About The Position

UES is hiring a CMT Field Technician to join its Dallas team and support engineering, construction, and environmental projects. The hands-on role performs inspections, materials testing, and sampling to help ensure quality and safety on job sites. It is suited to someone who is detail-oriented, safety-focused, and comfortable working outdoors. UES offers training, growth opportunities, and a path for career advancement. The position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, to job sites, field locations, or regional offices. Travel may be scheduled or on short notice depending on project needs. Work may take place in outdoor or operational environments, with company safety protocols and PPE required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Three years of relevant field experience in construction materials testing or a related discipline.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, technical specifications, and construction documents.
Ability to perform general civil engineering calculations.
Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to complete field-testing paperwork and detailed figures accurately.
Knowledge of construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, and soil classifications.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to lift and carry job-related materials and equipment, work outdoors in varying conditions, and travel between job sites.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods, drive long distances, and perform repetitive physical tasks including bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing.
Ability to communicate effectively in sometimes noisy environments and to perform tasks involving seeing, smelling, hearing, touching, reaching, climbing, balancing, crouching, crawling, and sitting.
Extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, including travel on short notice as project needs require.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or relevant technical training.

Responsibilities

Perform field testing on construction materials, including soil compaction, concrete slump, air content, temperature, and cylinder sampling.
Conduct density testing using nuclear gauges or sand cone methods.
Observe and document field activities according to project specifications and applicable standards, such as ASTM and AASHTO.
Collect samples for laboratory testing and deliver them to the laboratory using proper chain-of-custody protocols.
Prepare clear, concise daily field reports and submit documentation promptly.
Communicate field findings and potential issues to project managers, engineers, and contractors.
Ensure equipment is calibrated, maintained, and used in accordance with quality-control standards.
Follow safety regulations and maintain a safe work environment on-site and in the lab.
Maintain and inspect vehicles and follow safety policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.