Construction Materials Testing Technician, Level 1

Atlas

CMT Field Technician performing materials sampling/testing during construction of buildings, bridges, and roadways. Conducting field observations and documenting compliance for various construction materials.

Posted 6/25/2026full-timeBurlington • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $18 - $22 per hourWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform Field Observations and Materials Sampling/Testing during Construction of Buildings, Bridges and Roadways.
Perform testing on construction materials including, Soils, Reinforcing Steel, Concrete, Masonry, Structural Steel, Fireproofing, Metal Decking, Roofing and Paving.
Write Daily Field Reports documenting work performed by various contractors and indicating compliance/non-compliance with contract documents.
Cast Field Samples of Concrete, Masonry, Grout, for strength verification.
Provide Daily Phone Calls to Department Manager to inform of Daily progress of the project.
Pick-up construction material samples and deliver to laboratory, deliver equipment to site technicians.
Comply with all Company safety policies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have a minimum of a high school education.
Must have a minimum of 0 to 2 years experience.
Must have a valid drivers license, ability to pass MVR, dependable transportation.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Preferred ACI and/or ICC certifications in soils, concrete and masonry Troxler or compatible Nuclear Gage Certification.
Possess physical strength, stamina, and dexterity for repeatedly lifting and moving, stooping, bending, climbing, and standing in varying weather conditions at various remote construction sites with varying terrain.
Adhere to Atlas and site-specific safety standards.
Have the ability to travel to local and occasionally out of town sites, with short notice.
Have the ability to read and interpret maps and directions as well as project specifications & plans.
Must possess good verbal and written communication skills.
Must have the ability to work independently and on project teams.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office products.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our quality of life core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company.
Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

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Hard Skills & Tools

materials samplingmaterials testingconcrete castingstrength verificationfield observationsconstruction materials testingsoils testingmasonry testingreinforcing steel testingstructural steel testing

Soft Skills

verbal communicationwritten communicationindependent workteam collaborationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingadaptabilityattention to detailphysical staminadependability

Certifications

ACI certificationICC certificationTroxler certificationNuclear Gage certification