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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.

We are seeking a Construction Materials Tester - CMT Field Technician 1 to join our Portland, OR team! ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade 1 certification required. Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform field materials testing on soil, asphalt, masonry and concrete and other construction materials in accordance with training and the specified procedures.
• Performs pre-task planning prior to executing work.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Perform occasional laboratory tests on soil, asphalt, masonry and concrete when required to support project objectives.
• Read and interpret construction specifications and drawings, and follow operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Prepare timely and accurate reports and documentation of field activities and testing results.
• Accuracy, attention to detail and timeliness of results required.
• Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of test data.
• Work collaboratively with managers and other staff to ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Clean, calibrate, maintain, and store testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Maintains equipment in good working order and adheres to related calibration and storage.
• Completes other tasks as assigned.

Minimum requirements:

• High School or GED required, Associates degree preferred, No Bachelors required.
• 1-year minimum experience required.
• Basic awareness of problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to accomplish work within required timelines, including short, long, and emergency timeframes.
• Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
• Software: Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 70 pounds on a regular basis.
• Able to work under pressure and multitask.
• Demonstrate ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Familiarity with Construction practices and Materials testing Preferred.

Technical requirements:

• Driver's License Upon Hire Required.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I.
• Certified in radiation safety and Nuclear Density Gauge operation.
• Other national, regional, state, and local Materials related certifications within 120 Days Preferred.

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Outdoor working environment with varying weather conditions.
• May be required to stand for long periods of time and potentially engage in frequent bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting items in excess of 20lbs.
• Sometimes exposed to hazardous environments that would require PPE (personal protective equipment) to be worn.
• Frequently on the road and may remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and engage in frequent eye/hand/foot coordination.

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

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!