Experienced CMT Field Technician

Universal Engineering Sciences•San Antonio, FL

9d•Onsite

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 comply with 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. Opportunities may include mentoring junior technicians. The position requires extensive travel, approximately up to 70% of the time, sometimes on short notice and potentially involving overnight stays. Work is primarily outdoors at job sites and field locations, including operational environments and rugged terrain. The role may require variable schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and overnight work or travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
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 (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Field Data Collection (FDC) software or similar industry tools.
Mathematical skills sufficient to perform the four basic operations using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to read, write, and interpret blueprints, procedures, manuals, technical documents, and reports related to drilling, safety, and project requirements.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment and collaboratively with others.
Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
Ability to work variable schedules, including early mornings, weekends, overtime, and potential overnight travel based on project demands.
Ability to travel extensively, approximately up to 70% of the time, sometimes on short notice.
Ability to work outdoors in varying field conditions, including rugged or uneven terrain and adverse weather.
Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 50 pounds up to 75 feet, with regular repetitive motion.
Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
Ability to use hands and arms frequently for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments.
Ability to use vision, smell, hearing, and touch as required for fieldwork and inspections.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training or coursework in construction, engineering, geology, or a related field.
ACI Level 1 Concrete Testing certification, or the ability to obtain it within a specified time period.

Responsibilities

Perform field testing on soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and other construction materials, ensuring compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
Ensure project testing requirements are met and comply with project specifications, requirements, and company policies and procedures.
Collect, label, and transport material samples to laboratories for analysis while following procedures that maintain sample integrity.
Maintain testing equipment and ensure it functions correctly in accordance with manufacturer and company guidelines.
Complete accurate reports, logs, and test-result documentation and submit them to project managers and stakeholders on time.
Communicate with dispatch, field supervisors, contractors, and project managers, providing real-time updates about job status, site conditions, and issues.
Mentor and support junior field technicians as needed, including 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, overnight work, and overtime as needed.
Operate and maintain an assigned company vehicle, including scheduling routine maintenance and ensuring proper upkeep.
Travel to job sites within the designated region, with overnight stays as project needs require.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support company initiatives and project success.