Construction Materials Technician

Job Title:

Construction Materials Technician

Job Description

We are seeking an enthusiastic entry-level Construction Materials Technician to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for testing concrete for slump, density, and moisture in a laboratory setting.

This role offers in-house training and the opportunity to work closely with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, and contractor representatives to ensure project requirements are met efficiently and effectively.

Responsibilities

+ Test concrete for slump, density, and moisture in the laboratory.

+ Communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, and contractor representatives regarding construction site, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection requirements and results.

+ Transport material samples with associated identifying documentation to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.

+ Tabulate, prepare, and submit data and observations in the form of written and digital reports for daily transmittal to the Project Manager.

+ Maintain and clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.

+ Assist with scheduling and dispatch of Technicians to project sites.

+ Adhere to strict safety standards.

+ Provide clear documentation of findings and results.

+ Progressively assume increased roles of training and responsibility in work assignments.

Essential Skills

+ Strong communication skills.

+ Strong computer skills to log daily field reports and send emails.

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Experience with ACI, concrete, construction materials testing, and concrete inspection.

+ Familiarity with nuclear density gauge equipment.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Certifications such as ACI level are a plus.

+ Previous construction materials testing experience is a plus.

+ Bachelor's or Associate's degree in civil engineering, geology, geoscience, or a related field.

Work Environment

The position offers hands-on training for entry-level civil, geotechnical, and environmental roles. The company is employee-owned, providing profit-sharing opportunities in the future. They also cover costs for certifications and additional training, promoting continuous professional development.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:  - Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital  - 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)  - Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)  - Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
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