Construction Materials Testing Technician

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 everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

At Atlas, we're providing services that enable communities to flourish and thrive, and if you’re looking for a Construction Materials Testing Technician role ready to perform construction-related field tests and committed to doing meaningful work, then this is your moment. You will be a part of seasoned, highly qualified teams that perform materials testing on complex and transformational infrastructure projects in our region.

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.

• Performs construction-related field tests as directed by the Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Manager and Senior Engineer.
• Travels to various construction sites primarily throughout the Midwest area with the potential for overnight and/or weekend as needed.
• 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.
• Performs field quality control tests of in place concrete.
• Performs field density testing on soil, concrete, asphalt and other construction materials.
• Assists other technicians or professional staff on tasks and assists other departments as necessary.
• Follows Atlas’ safety plans, programs, policies, and procedures.

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• 2+ year’s Construction or CMT experience a plus.
• Willingness to learn and work any shift that is needed.
• Ability to work toward and achieve industry required certifications. e.g., APNGA Nuclear Certification, American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Field Testing Technician - Grade 1, OSHA 10-hour Construction, etc.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to learn and operate specialty equipment.
• Responsiveness, reliability, accountability.
• Materials Laboratory, Geotechnical Drilling, or Soils related experience would be a plus.
• Preference to one or more of the following certifications: ICC, NICET, NETTCP, CWI, etc., but not required.

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,…