Construction Technician

REC • St. Peters, MO

11h • Onsite

About The Position

Are you looking to kickstart your career in the construction industry? Do you enjoy hands-on work and being out in the field? REC is hiring motivated individuals to become Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Technicians – no experience required, just a willingness to learn! What You'll Do: 🛠 Perform field & lab testing on soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate 🛠 Use high-tech equipment like nuclear density gauges for soil & asphalt testing 🛠 Collect concrete samples & test for air content, slump, and temperature 🛠 Report and document test results for engineers and project managers 🛠 Maintain and calibrate testing equipment for accuracy 🛠 Ensure safety and quality on every job site Why CMT? ✅ Competitive pay + career growth opportunities ✅ Get industry certifications (ACI, Troxler Nuclear Gauge) – we provide training! ✅ Work outdoors and gain hands-on experience ✅ Be part of exciting infrastructure and construction projects ✅ Mentorship from industry experts & a supportive team environment

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (AA/AS in a related field is a plus)
• Strong attention to detail & ability to follow procedures
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. regularly
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Willingness to travel to job sites & work outdoors
• No prior experience required – we provide the training!

Nice To Haves

• AA/AS in a related field

Responsibilities

• Perform field & lab testing on soil, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate
• Use high-tech equipment like nuclear density gauges for soil & asphalt testing
• Collect concrete samples & test for air content, slump, and temperature
• Report and document test results for engineers and project managers
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment for accuracy
• Ensure safety and quality on every job site

Benefits

• Competitive pay + career growth opportunities
• Get industry certifications (ACI, Troxler Nuclear Gauge) – we provide training!
• Work outdoors and gain hands-on experience
• Be part of exciting infrastructure and construction projects
• Mentorship from industry experts & a supportive team environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees