Traveling CMT Field Technician

Universal Engineering Sciences•Fort Worth, TX

14h

About The Position

UES is hiring a Traveling CMT Field Technician to support engineering and construction projects across Texas. The role involves traveling to project sites throughout West Texas, including Wichita Falls, Gaines County, Amarillo, and Lubbock, to perform inspections, materials testing, and sampling that help ensure quality and safety. When travel assignments are unavailable, the technician supports projects in the Fort Worth area. The work is hands-on and outdoors, with extensive travel of up to approximately 70% of the time, sometimes scheduled on short notice. UES offers training, opportunities to earn industry certifications, and a path for career advancement.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Three years of relevant field experience in construction materials testing or a related discipline.
Ability to read and interpret construction plans, technical specifications, and construction documents.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to travel between job sites and work outdoors in varying conditions.
Ability to perform general civil engineering calculations and accurately complete field-testing paperwork and detailed figures.
Knowledge of construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, and soil classifications.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Ability to lift and move materials and equipment, including items up to and over 100 pounds occasionally.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods, drive long distances, and perform repetitive physical tasks.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree or relevant technical training.

Responsibilities

Perform field testing on construction materials, including soil compaction, concrete slump, air content, temperature, and cylinder sampling.
Conduct density testing using nuclear gauges or sand cone methods.
Observe and document field activities in accordance with project specifications and applicable standards, including ASTM and AASHTO.
Collect samples for laboratory testing and deliver them to the laboratory following proper chain-of-custody protocols.
Prepare clear and concise daily field reports and submit documentation in a timely manner.
Communicate field findings and potential issues to project managers, engineers, and contractors.
Ensure equipment is calibrated, maintained, and used properly in accordance with quality control standards.
Comply with safety regulations and maintain a safe work environment on-site and in the lab.
Maintain and inspect vehicles and adhere to safety policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.