Laboratory Materials Tester

AKS Engineering & Forestry, LLC • Medford, OR

9h

About The Position

The Materials Tester supports AKS’ growing materials testing and special inspection services, working in the field and laboratory to test construction materials, document results, and help projects comply with applicable standards and codes. The role contributes to the quality, safety, and long-term performance of regional construction projects, from early site preparation through final construction. It involves field work, problem-solving, coordination with project teams, and support for in-house testing and inspection services.

Requirements

• Experience or interest in construction materials testing, inspection, or field engineering.
• Comfort working outdoors and on active construction sites in varying conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document field observations and test results.
• Ability to follow established procedures, standards, and safety requirements.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with contractors, engineers, inspectors, and internal teams.
• Organization, dependability, and ability to manage multiple tasks or sites.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to project sites.

Nice To Haves

• Experience or interest in construction materials testing, inspection, or field engineering.
• Comfort working outdoors and on active construction sites in varying conditions.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately document field observations and test results.
• Ability to follow established procedures, standards, and safety requirements.
• Clear communication skills and ability to work effectively with contractors, engineers, inspectors, and internal teams.
• Organization, dependability, and ability to manage multiple tasks or sites.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and laboratory testing of soil, aggregate, fill, asphalt, and concrete to verify compaction, strength, and performance.
• Conduct nuclear density testing, collect concrete samples, and support compressive strength and laboratory testing in accordance with applicable standards.
• Perform special inspections under applicable building codes, including observations of reinforcing steel, concrete placement, masonry, earthwork, grading, and site preparation.
• Support or perform structural, specialty, and non-destructive testing activities, such as Certified Welding Inspections (CWI), high-strength bolting, epoxy and adhesive anchor inspections, and visual, ultrasonic, magnetic particle, or dye penetrant testing, based on qualifications.
• Accurately document test results, inspection observations, and field data, and communicate findings to project managers, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Represent AKS professionally in the field and support in-house testing and inspection services to help streamline coordination and project schedules.

Benefits

• Hands-on training, mentorship, and professional development paths.
• Generous paid time off.
• Health coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid holidays.
• Weekly team lunches.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed