Material Testing Laboratory Jobs in Idaho (NOW HIRING)

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyones responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

This Nuclear Construction Materials Testing Field Technician is onsite in Idaho Falls and combines the duties of an ACI-certified field technician and lab technician. This individual will have in the field responsibilities such as providing field testing and inspections of concrete, masonry, soils, aggregates, and asphalt for private and public projects. The successful hire will also have lab responsibilities such as soils, concrete testing, and lab upkeep including maintaining lab accreditations. Join a dynamic, value-driven, client- and community-focused environment where your work creates a lasting positive impact for the people and communities we serve.

Core Responsibilities

• Performs field quality control tests of concrete, masonry, and other construction materials.
• Performs field density testing on soil, asphalt, and other construction materials.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications for the lab as well as construction materials testing and inspection in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Manage and conduct lab testing of concrete, soils, and other CMT materials.
• Daily commutable travels to various construction sites, with the occasional overnight and/or weekend work when required.
• Relays information to project manager and/or engineer, with limited in-field decision making.
• Transports equipment, test specimens, and/or documents to field personnel, laboratory, clients or other offices, and provides physical assistance in equipment set-up.
• Enters daily field observation reports and summary reports electronically.
• Assists other technicians or professional staff on tasks and supports other departments as necessary.
• Follows Atlas safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans and specs
• Ability to follow Atlas' QC plan and SOP's

Youll thrive here if you have

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preference for relevant work experience, a technical or associates degree, but not required.
• Ability to work toward and achieve industry required certifications. e.g., APNGA Nuclear Certification, American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1, Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician - Level 1, OSHA 10-hour Construction, etc.
• Preferred experience in testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Test methods, and American Standard Testing Materials (ASTM) standards, knowledge of AASHTOs and Cement & Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL) accreditation requirements and procedures, and knowledge of equipment calibrations and procedures compliant with AASHTO proficiency testing requirements.
• Motivated, career-oriented individual striving to learn and achieve within the construction industry.
• Must be willing to travel near the reporting office and surrounding areas as required by assignments
• Experience in a construction related field is a plus.
• compliance with 10CFR810 Export Controls
• Physical strength, stamina and dexterity to lift and move 50 lbs., stoop, bend, and stand throughout the course of a workday in varying weather conditions in varying terrain.
• Valid drivers license.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• 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. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.

• 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.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.

• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Entry
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Compensation: Starting hourly rate - $27.00
  The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the states law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!