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Aggregate Testing Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Developer - General

Chicago, IL · On-site

$46.75 - $64/hr

... testing of solutions developed by IT team • Perform post-implementation verification after ... DDLs, DMLs, aggregate/window aggregate/ordered analytical functions) in the creation and ...

Quality Control Technician

Elburn, IL · On-site

$18.50 - $23.75/hr

... aggregate material performance. This position also assists the Material Performance Manager of the ... Testing to ensure that material produced and shipped meet State, project and customer ...

Area Operations Manager

Thornton, IL · On-site

$136K - $181K/yr

Lead safe, efficient operations across multiple aggregates sites, ensuring consistent execution of ... Some positions require FMCSA-regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing Work Environment * Must be ...

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What is the difference between Aggregate Testing vs Concrete Testing?

AspectAggregate TestingConcrete Testing
CredentialsLaboratory technician, civil engineerLaboratory technician, civil engineer
Work EnvironmentMaterial testing labs, construction sitesMaterial testing labs, construction sites
Industry UsageConstruction, civil engineeringConstruction, civil engineering
PurposeAssess properties of aggregates like strength, durabilityAssess overall concrete quality, strength, and setting

Aggregate Testing focuses on evaluating the properties of aggregates used in construction, such as strength and durability. Concrete Testing assesses the quality and strength of the concrete mixture itself. Both are essential in construction but serve different roles in ensuring material performance and safety.

How to become a construction materials tester?

To become a construction materials tester, typically one needs a high school diploma or equivalent, followed by specialized training or certification in materials testing methods. Gaining experience with testing tools and procedures, such as sieve analysis or concrete testing, is important, and some positions may require certification from organizations like the American Concrete Institute or the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies.

What job categories do people searching Aggregate Testing jobs in Illinois look for?

The top searched job categories for Aggregate Testing jobs in Illinois are:

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Aggregate Testing jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Aggregate Testing job openings:

Infographic showing various Aggregate Testing job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Materials Testing Technician

Springfield, IL • On-site

Bowser-Morner Inc
Civil Engineering Construction • 51 - 200 employees

$20 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

Materials Testing Technician

Job Type

• Full-time, M-F 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• Overtime is sometimes required

What We Do

Building projects such as roads, bridges and buildings, are only as good as the materials they are made of, which is why the experts at the Bowser-Morner Construction Materials Testing Laboratory are fully committed to offering reliable, repeatable, and timely testing in our modern laboratories. 

Bowser-Morner offers a full battery of physical and chemical testing on a wide variety of construction materials—including soil, aggregate, concrete, asphalt, stone and masonry—to tell you what you need to know about the construction materials you produce or use. 

We work closely with field technicians and engineers, contractors, producers, manufacturers, and regulatory agencies to validate the quality of materials, ultimately helping to reduce overall projects risks and protect our clients’ bottom lines. 

Bowser-Morner’s experienced and competent team strictly adheres to all applicable ASTM test methods, allowing us to serve as a trusted QA or QC source for materials testing.

What You Will Be Doing

You will receive on the job training for this entry-level position.  You will work alongside an experienced CMT Testing Technician to learn how to perform a variety of test procedures used to evaluate the quality of construction materials including soil, aggregate, concrete, asphalt, stone and masonry.    

Qualifications                                                                   

  • Need to work well as a team member
  • Need to be detail oriented and organized
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions 
  • Ability to multitask and shift priorities when needed
  • Flexibility and willingness to modify schedule as required to meet deadlines
  • Basic math and computer skills required
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED

• Experience in a laboratory setting is preferred but not required

Physical Requirements

Physical Ability

• Stand, walk, push, pull, twist, reach overhead, bending, crawling, climbing; lift minimum of 80 pounds

Visual Ability

• Visual accommodation necessary for reading instructions/materials necessary to perform functions of job

Hearing Ability

• Ability to monitor sounds for changes in machine function

Work Conditions

• Work exposes the employee to laboratory testing devices, dust, soil and other external environment factors

Bowser-Morner Benefits Include:

  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • 401(k) 
  • Health Savings Account  
  • Life Insurance   
  • Accidental death & dismemberment insurance
  • Short and long-term disability insurance 
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Time Off
  • Professional development & career path planning