Material Testing Technician

Civil Science is currently seeking a qualified Materials Testing Technician to join our team supporting roadway and transportation construction projects throughout western North Dakota. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the quality and success of our construction materials and roadway projects. This is a seasonal / temporary position based out of our Williston or Dickinson, ND offices.

• Perform construction materials testing in the field and/or laboratory
• Inspect and test soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete materials
• Document and communicate test results accurately
• Support roadway and transportation construction projects
• Work collaboratively with project managers, contractors, and engineering staff
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards

• Prior experience with construction materials testing in either a field or lab setting
• Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver’s license

• Preference will be given to candidates with: ACI Level I Certification
• Highway testing experience and certifications such as:
  Soils Field Tester
• Aggregate Sampler
• Asphalt Pavement Inspector
• Other related certifications
• Previous experience working on NDDOT projects

Civil Science provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review. Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case‑by‑case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

Ownership in Your Future:
At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee‑owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.

Room to Grow:
Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.

Work‑Life Harmony:
Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.

• Enjoy three weeks of PTO
• Enjoy eight holidays
• Enjoy medical
• Enjoy dental
• Enjoy vision
• Enjoy life insurance
• Enjoy short/long-term disability
• Enjoy tuition reimbursement
• Enjoy a 401K plan