Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician I

Terracon•Macon, GA

10h

About The Position

Under close supervision of higher-level technicians or staff professionals, the Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technician I assists with basic testing, observations, and inspection of construction materials in the field and/or laboratory. Materials may include soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel. The role involves documenting findings and results, discussing data accuracy with the Project Manager, and submitting reports and other documentation as directed. The technician transports identified material samples to the laboratory for further testing and analysis; maintains and cleans equipment, vehicles, and work areas; and may assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites. The position follows strict safety standards, performs pre-task planning, reports safety concerns, and helps maintain quality standards on all projects. Assignments provide progressively increased training and responsibility.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 6 months of experience.
Obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire.
Successfully complete related internal safety certifications.
A valid driver's license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

Nice To Haves

Obtain Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.
Communicate with the Project Manager, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and others about site conditions, project requirements, testing and inspection requirements, and results.
Transport material samples and identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
Tabulate, prepare, and submit written and digital data and observation reports as work is performed for daily transmittal to the Project Manager.
Document findings and results clearly and discuss data accuracy with the Project Manager in preparation for submittal.
Submit documentation and communicate results as directed by the Project Manager.
Maintain and clean assigned equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
May assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites.
Follow safety rules and requirements, perform pre-task planning, and report safety issues or concerns to management.
Maintain quality standards on all projects.
Undertake work assignments with progressively increased training and responsibility.