Traveling Construction Materials Technician (Entry Level)

Job Description

Traveling Construction Materials Technician | Actalent

The Tone:
This is a Contract to Hire position with Actalent, based out of Springfield, MO, that requires 100% travel for national projects. Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions, connecting specialized experts with visionary companies to advance engineering and science initiatives. This role is vital for performing field testing, observation, and inspection of critical construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel, on large, high-profile sites. The work directly contributes to ensuring the quality and integrity of significant construction projects across the Midwest.

The TL;DR
• Role: Contract
• Type: Full-time (60-hour work weeks)
• Location: Springfield, MO (On-site)
• Pay: $25–$26 hourly
• Mission: Perform rigorous field testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials across high-profile sites to ensure adherence to project specifications and safety standards.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Conduct: Perform comprehensive field tests, observations, and inspections on a variety of construction materials, including soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel.
• Communicate: Effectively liaise with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, and contractors regarding site activities, project requirements, and precise testing and inspection results.
• Transport: Safely move material samples, along with all required associated documentation, from project sites to the laboratory for detailed further testing and analysis.
• Report: Compile, prepare, and submit accurate data and observations in both written and digital reports, ensuring daily transmittal to the Project Manager.
• Maintain: Thoroughly clean and maintain all testing equipment, company vehicles, and designated work areas to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant working environment at all times.
• Assist: Provide support with the scheduling and dispatching of technicians to various project sites as required by operational needs.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Possess a high school diploma or equivalent educational qualification.
• Experience: A minimum of 6 months of relevant experience is required in a similar field or role.
• Skills: Demonstrated strong communication skills for collaborative work with diverse stakeholders; keen attention to detail for accurate documentation and reporting of findings; proven ability to maintain and operate various testing equipment and company vehicles; and an unwavering commitment to safety, strictly adhering to all protocols.
• Bonus: Ability to obtain ACI certification within 90 days of hire; successful completion of related internal safety certifications; and a valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history.