About this opportunity
CMT Technical Services lists this Construction Materials Laboratory Technician opportunity in houston, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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At CMT Technical Services (CMT), we're building more than just infrastructure-we're building communities, careers, and a culture rooted in integrity, collaboration, and technical excellence. As a trusted leader in materials testing, inspection, and engineering services, we help ensure the safety and strength of a wide variety of construction improvements ranging from highways and bridges to commercial, retail, and industrial buildings and energy projects. With a dynamic team of professionals across multiple regions, CMT empowers individuals to grow, innovate, and make a tangible impact on the world around them. Join us - and be part of something built to last.
We are seeking a Soils Laboratory Technician to join our laboratory team in Houston, Texas . This is a full-time, hands-on role focused on laboratory testing in support of commercial, industrial, retail, municipal, and transportation projects. This position is ideal for individuals looking to start or grow a career in construction materials testing, civil engineering, or geotechnical services.
Compensation: $18-20/hour. Earning potential can be higher for experienced technicians.
Location: Houston, TX
FLSA Exemption: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (schedule may vary based on workload)
What you'll be doing:
Receive, prepare, and test geotechnical and construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt.
Perform laboratory testing in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO, and TxDOT standards, including (but not limited to):
Visual Classification of Soils
Moisture Content
Atterberg Limits
Sieve Analysis
Standard and Modified Proctor Compaction
Swell Testing
Compressive Strength (Concrete Cylinders)
Aggregate Gradation and Properties
Accurately record test data, calculations, and results and report findings to the Laboratory Manager.
Assist with sample tracking, documentation, and report preparation.
Maintain laboratory equipment, tools, and work areas in compliance with safety, quality, and accreditation requirements.
Worksite address
houston, TX, 77001, US
Who can apply
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