CMT/Engineering Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a Construction Material Testing Technician (CMT) to join our team in Kennesaw, Georgia. This role involves assisting with the collection of samples from diverse materials such as soil, sediment, water, and air for environmental tests. The technician will compile construction quality assurance (CQA) monitoring data related to landfill and environmental remediation construction projects. The position requires neat, accurate, and comprehensive documentation of all field-related activities. Additional support to geologists and engineers for a diverse client base is also expected. The candidate should be able to comprehend construction plans and specifications and be willing to perform extensive fieldwork and travel, including overnights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contractor activities and performance on various projects including remediation projects, landfill construction, and industrial process projects.
• Perform field and on-site laboratory tests on soil, geosynthetics, aggregates, and other materials primarily associated with landfill and waste containment system construction.
• Monitor activities on job sites to ensure compliance with relevant contract documents such as technical specifications, construction drawings, sampling plans, and CQA plans.
• Provide CQA monitoring on several types of construction and environmental activities on enviro-civil construction sites.
• Perform multi-media sampling in support of investigations, monitoring programs, and other data collection-centric projects.
• Prepare daily and weekly field reports, construction schedules, and progress reports.
• Ensure project documentation is correct and consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Interact with project personnel including contractors, project managers, engineers, and clients, fostering an integrated team approach.
• Assist in the preparation of final reports, work plans, health and safety documents, and the assembly of report appendices.
• Observe and abide by the policies and procedures outlined in site-specific project health and safety plans and the companys Environmental Health and Safety Management policies.
• Perform tasks in other company practice areas including general construction services, environmental sampling, contractor oversight, or construction quality assurance activities as needed.

• 2+ years of Construction Material Testing (CMT) experience, particularly in concrete, soils, and/or geosynthetics.
• Understanding of basic mathematical capabilities including square yardage, lengths, basic geometry, and algebra.
• Proficient report writing skills, responsible for daily field reports, and basic PC use, including email.
• Experience with multi-media sampling such as soil, water, air, and geosynthetics.
• Nuclear Gauge, ACI, ICC Soils certifications are a big plus but not required.

• Water sampling experience is a great perk.
• Must be a self-starter and trustworthy with the ability to work independently.
• Experience in landfill work including soil density, liner installation, and contractor oversight is beneficial.

The position requires working outdoors and involves extensive fieldwork. Work hours are typically 10-hour days from 7 am to 5 or 6 pm, with occasional Saturdays when the Geosynthetics Liner Crew is on site. Lodging and per diem are provided every day of the week while traveling for projects. The job involves 100% travel for the first few months for training, followed by local assignments mainly in Atlanta, GA, Carrolton, GA, and Milledgeville, GA. Training includes OSHA health and safety, first aid, and CPR, paid for by the firm. Professional and technical development opportunities are available. The position includes benefits such as a company vehicle, phone, laptop, gas card, as well as dental and vision coverage, PTO, sick time, and a 401k with a match.

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $30.00/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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dallas,GA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2025.

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