CMT Field Technician 1

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Denver CO Atlas currently has over 3500 employees with offices throughout the US including Alaska & Hawaii. Its no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. Its how we are built with the best people in the industry with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. Were just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a CMT Field Technician 1 to join our San Francisco Bay Area team! Come join us! Our successful hire will have the following certifications: ACI Concrete Field-Testing-Grade 1; Caltrans Acceptance Tester (or ability to obtain it within 6 months); Nuclear Gauge Safety (for HMA testing).

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform field and plant inspections for HMA and/or PCC production and placement
• Conduct sampling and testing of construction materials in accordance with applicable standards
• Monitor contractor compliance with project specifications and quality standards
• Document and report test results accurately and in a timely manner
• Communicate findings and issues to project engineers and contractors
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment
• Assist in resolving material-related construction issues
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to all safety protocols
• Support project documentation and closeout processes

Minimum requirements:

• Education:
  • Associates degree in civil engineering Construction Management Materials Science or a related field.
  • OR High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of relevant experience in construction materials testing or inspection.
• Professional Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years of professional experience in construction materials testing inspection or quality assurance.
  • Experience with Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) and/or Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) plant inspection is required (minimum 1 year).
• Other Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience working on transportation infrastructure projects (e.g. highways bridges airports).
  • Familiarity with Caltrans or other DOT specifications and procedures.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Technical requirements:

• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician Grade I
• Caltrans Acceptance Tester Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Nuclear Gauge Safety Certification (for HMA testing)
• OSHA 10 or 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification
• Valid California Drivers License and clean driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation and reports
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook)
• Experience with data entry and reporting software (e.g. SiteManager LIMS)
• Familiarity with nuclear density gauges slump cones air meters and other field-testing equipment
• Understanding of construction materials standards (ASTM AASHTO Caltrans)
• Knowledge of quality control/quality assurance procedures in construction materials testing

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Travel up to 50% of the time including occasional overnight stays depending on project location.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and physically demanding environments
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours including nights and weekends as needed

Compensation:

$55.45 - $56.45 hourly

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the states law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status Atlas benefits include health dental vision life AD&D voluntary life / AD&D disability benefits leaves of absence 401k paid time off paid holidays employee assistance program educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company known for our unique values-driven approach and brought to life by the industrys most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing inspection engineering environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation commercial water government education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmarks we act with compassion empathy and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race color sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal state or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization including hiring recruiting promotion termination layoff recall leave of absence compensation benefits training and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time. For more information read through our EEO Policy