• Construction Materials Technician

    Actalent (New Albany, IN)


    Job Title: Construction Materials Technician

    Job Description

    Join a leading, employee-owned, multi-disciplined Geotechnical Engineering & Testing firm as a Construction Materials Technician. This role offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to build a career in construction, with a focus on field and laboratory testing of construction materials.

    Responsibilities

    + Review civil, architectural, and structural plans and specifications to prepare for field observations on construction sites.

    + Document field activities, observations, and testing results on construction projects, ensuring conformance with project plans and specifications.

    + Conduct field testing of concrete and soil to ensure standards and specifications are met.

    + Perform laboratory testing of concrete and soil samples.

    + Communicate field and laboratory testing results with Construction Services, Geotechnical Project Management staff, general contractors, and clients.

    + Calibrate field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.

    Essential Skills

    + At least 1 year of experience working in the field (outdoors) in construction, farming, environmental, or similar industries.

    + Entry-level construction or civil knowledge, preferably with a degree in construction, civil engineering, geology, or environmental studies, or relevant online courses.

    + Experience in construction inspection or CMT.

    + ACI certification and concrete inspection skills.

    + Proficiency with a nuclear density gauge.

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + High school diploma or GED is required.

    + CMT experience is preferred.

    + Familiarity with ISO standards is preferred.

    + Effective communication skills, both reading and writing, are required.

    + Proficiency in math and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel are required.

    + Ability to routinely lift 20 to 40 lbs (field/lab samples and equipment).

    + Willingness to work outdoors.

    + Preferred active certificates: Field Testing Grade1, Strength Testing Technician, Aggregate Testing.

    + If no ACI Certification, concrete testing experience is required.

    Work Environment

    The majority of work will be conducted in the field on construction sites, with occasional work in an office laboratory. The environment is often dirty and typical of construction settings.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, Indiana.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/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 New Albany,IN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2025.

    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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    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 due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.