Experienced CMT Field Technician
About The Position
UES is seeking a safety-focused Experienced CMT Field Technician to support engineering, materials testing, and inspection projects. The role performs advanced field and laboratory testing and on-site inspections to help ensure projects meet industry standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements. The technician works independently in a fast-paced field environment, collaborates with project teams to address real-time challenges, and contributes to a strong culture of safety and quality. The role may also include mentoring junior technicians. ACI certification is required; comparable certifications will be considered. 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 and may include overnight stays. Work is primarily outdoors, often in active construction or operational environments, and involves variable schedules that may include early mornings, weekends, overtime, or overnight work. The position has frequent physical demands, including walking over uneven or rugged terrain and lifting or carrying 35 to 50 pounds.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- At least 3 years of field-based experience in materials testing, construction inspection, geotechnical fieldwork, or a related industry.
- ACI certification is required; comparable certifications will be considered.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and ability to safely operate company vehicles.
- Commitment to safety and adherence to OSHA regulations, industry best practices, and company safety policies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook, and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar tools.
- Mathematical ability to perform calculations using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals across units of measure.
- Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports related to drilling, safety, and project requirements.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, with a strong work ethic and commitment to high-quality results.
- Flexibility to work variable schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel.
- Ability to travel extensively, up to approximately 70% of the time, including travel on short notice.
- Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 50 pounds up to 75 feet and perform regular repetitive motion.
- Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods; use hands and arms frequently; and bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as needed.
- Ability to communicate effectively in noisy environments and use vision, hearing, touch, and other senses needed for fieldwork.
Nice To Haves
- Vocational training or coursework in construction, engineering, geology, or a related field.
- ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing certification or ability to obtain it within a specified time period.
Responsibilities
- Perform field testing on soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other construction materials in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
- Ensure testing requirements comply with project specifications, requirements, and company policies and procedures.
- Collect, label, and transport material samples to laboratories while maintaining sample integrity.
- Maintain testing equipment and ensure it functions correctly in accordance with manufacturer and company guidelines.
- Complete accurate, timely reports, logs, and documentation of test results for project managers and stakeholders.
- Communicate job status, site conditions, and issues to dispatch, field supervisors, contractors, and project managers.
- Mentor and support junior field technicians when requested, providing guidance on field procedures, testing methods, and safety practices.
- Follow OSHA, company, and client safety protocols, including PPE requirements, hazard awareness, and field safety guidelines.
- Adapt to changing project requirements and schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight work and travel.
- Operate and maintain an assigned company vehicle, including scheduling routine maintenance and ensuring proper upkeep.
- Travel to job sites within the designated region, including overnight stays as project needs require.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support company initiatives and project success.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
