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Actalent Construction Materials Testing Technician in Kennesaw, Georgia

Job Title: Construction Materials Testing Technician

Job Description

Join our Building & Construction team as a Field Technician II to support major client projects. You will perform a variety of testing, project-specific observations, and site assessment duties. Your role involves operating testing equipment, conducting tests such as soil and concrete tests, and providing data assessments through reporting. You will work with drawings, specifications, and diagrams, ensuring all tasks are completed as per the set schedule. Daily, you will coordinate with the General Contractor to understand the day's scope and ensure all work tasks are efficiently handled.

Responsibilities

  • Perform a variety of testing, project-specific observations, and site assessment duties.

  • Operate testing equipment and conduct tests such as soil and concrete tests.

  • Provide data assessments through reporting.

  • Work with drawings, specifications, and diagrams.

  • Coordinate daily activities with the General Contractor to understand the day's scope.

  • Ensure all work tasks are efficiently handled.

  • Maintain detailed documentation and data from test results.

  • Communicate effectively with client and project teams.

  • Adhere to safety practices and policies to ensure safety at work.

Essential Skills

  • 2+ years of CMT experience (field and/or laboratory construction materials experience)

  • ACI Certification

  • Ability to operate testing equipment

  • Basic math, calculator, and computer skills

  • Ability to read and understand work plans

  • Effective communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)

  • Solid interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work off-shift and overtime as needed

  • Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • ACI/ICC/GDOT Certifications are highly preferred

  • External or task-related certifications based on region and state may be required

  • Ability to grow with the company (over 100 locations with opportunities for growth/advancement)

  • Day-to-day variety of work

  • Ability to work on both small and large projects

  • Competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability insurance

  • 401k with company match

  • Tuition reimbursement

Work Environment

This is a fully on-site position in Kennesaw, Georgia. The team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services along with building science solutions to ensure Total Quality Assurance in the built environment. You will primarily work on-site, coordinating daily activities with the General Contractor, and ensuring all tasks align with the architectural, engineering, and construction industry's standards. The culture is strong with a family-oriented atmosphere, allowing for a balance between work and family. The team is open-minded and attentive, with minimal micromanaging. You will have access to a company vehicle with a gas card, and you will receive travel time pay from the office to the job site.

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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent

  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

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