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Join a leading, employee-owned, multi-disciplined Geotechnical Engineering & Testing firm as a Construction Materials Technician. This entry-level position offers growth opportunities for individuals eager to advance in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Review civil, architectural, and structural plans and specifications in preparation 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 compliance with standards and specifications.
• Perform laboratory testing of concrete and soil samples.
• Communicate field and laboratory testing results with Construction Services and Geotechnical Project Management staff, general contractors, and clients.
• Calibrate field and laboratory equipment according to industry codes and standards.

• Experience working in the field (outdoors) for at least 1 year in construction, farming, or environmental contexts.
• Entry-level experience in construction/civil fields, with a degree or coursework in construction, civil engineering, geology, or environmental studies.
• Experience in construction inspection or CMT, ACI certification, concrete inspection, and nuclear density gauge operation.
• Effective communication skills, both reading and writing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to routinely lift 20 to 40 lbs (field/lab samples and equipment).
• Willingness to work outdoors.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CMT experience preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO standards preferred.
• Active certificates preferred: Field Testing Grade 1, Strength Testing Technician, Aggregate Testing.
• If no ACI Certification, concrete testing experience is required.

The position primarily involves working in the field on construction sites, with occasional work in an office lab environment. The worksite is located in Glendale, KY. Be prepared for a dirty/construction environment and dress accordingly.

Job Type & Location

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

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 12, 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 ClearlyRated 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.

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