Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician

Overview

Perform on‑site testing of soils, concrete, masonry, and asphalt for construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• soil sampling
• concrete testing
• field density
• report preparation
• spec compliance
• staff training

Tasks

-Perform routine & complex sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, and asphalt -Perform field concrete testing, including slump, air content, and temperature -At times, this position may be working at or on uneven terrain, varying heights, in confined spaces, or supported trenches -Work with project managers and senior technicians or staff to ensure specifications are followed -Prepare daily reports and documentation of field activities in electronic format -Assist with training & mentoring of junior staff, as needed -Perform field density tests of soils

Requirements

• driver's license
• plan reading
• safety focus
• high school
• math aptitude
• physical strength

What You Bring

-Ability to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl -Flexibility to work extended or nontraditional hours as needed -A strong safety focus and attention to detail -A valid driver’s license -Excellent plan reading skills -The ability to lift 75+ pounds -Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions -A demonstrated math and technical aptitude -Excellent verbal and written communication skills -A High School diploma or equivalent

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About Braun Intertec Corporation

-Founded in 1957 by Jack Braun in his home, the firm began as a humble soil-testing provider and steadily expanded across the Midwest. -Over decades, it added geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, drilling, geospatial services, nondestructive examination, and materials testing. -Headquartered in Minneapolis, it now operates across 14 states, serving both public and private clients nationwide. -Notable work includes environmental site assessments, highway interchange testing, levee restoration after the 2008 floods, and nondestructive testing on historic artifacts. -The firm’s acquisitions—like Edwards‑Pitman Environmental and several geoscience groups—enhanced its reach in compliance, permitting and environmental remediation. -Typical projects span highways, schools, industrial sites, hydroelectric facilities, fulfillment centers, and flood control infrastructure. -A standout moment: testing a Titanic whistle in 1999 underscored both its technical depth and adventurous scope.

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