Materials Engineering Technician I

About the Position:

As a Construction Materials Field Professional, you play a vital role in safeguarding our clients’ most significant investments while collaborating with industry partners to address construction-related challenges. Your responsibilities include conducting essential materials testing, observations, and inspections on projects that shape and enhance our communities. These projects range from industrial projects—such as Oil & Gas, LNG, and pipelines —to transportation infrastructures—such as roadways, bridges, and airports—to large-scale commercial developments, renewable energy projects like wind and solar farms, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, and universities, and more.

Utilizing CMT’s innovative technology, you will deliver high-quality, real-time documentation of results and observations, keeping clients and industry partners informed. This streamlined reporting helps quickly identify and address deviations, ultimately saving time and costs. Your work may involve field and laboratory testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt, as well as field inspections of foundations, reinforcing steel, masonry, and structural steel—ensuring compliance with project specifications while enhancing safety and durability.

General Responsibilities:

• Conduct field and/or laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with project specifications and testing requirements.
• Transport material samples, along with proper documentation, to the laboratory for further analysis.
• Record, compile, and submit data and observations in both written and digital formats for daily transmittal to the CMT Project Manager.
• Maintain cleanliness and functionality of equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
• Assist with scheduling and dispatching technicians to project sites as needed.
• Always Follow strict safety protocols.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Assist with tasks and perform basic testing and observation duties under the close supervision of senior technicians or staff professionals.
• Accurately document findings and results in a clear and organized manner.
• Communicate data and observations to the Project Manager, reviewing accuracy before submission.
• Submit documentation and report results as directed by the Project Manager.
• Progressively take on increased training and responsibilities in work assignments.
• Maintain and ensure proper functioning of assigned equipment.
• Adhere to all safety rules, protocols, and project-specific safety requirements. Conduct pre-task planning before work execution and promptly report any safety concerns to management.
• Uphold quality standards across all assigned projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 6 months of relevant experience.
• ACI certification is required within 60 days of hire.
• Completion of applicable internal safety certifications.
• Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.

Preferred Certification:

• Nuclear Density Gauge certification within 30 days of hire.