Field Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Field Technician Job Description

As an Engineering Construction Materials Field Technician, you will be exposed to a variety of responsibilities. You will work independently on construction sites, performing quality control testing of concrete, soils, and other construction materials. Additionally, you will complete and submit daily reports related to your observations and testing activities.

• Perform quality control testing of concrete, soils, and other construction materials on construction sites.
• Complete and submit daily reports related to observations and testing activities.
• Communicate promptly with site supervisors and project managers about issues or deviations from plans and specifications.
• Follow all corporate and job site safety procedures.
• Work directly on-site with clients.
• Attend job site meetings as needed.
• Occasionally perform lab testing in office settings.

• Proficiency in math, writing, and communication skills.
• Experience in soil sampling and asphalt testing.
• Knowledge of VDOT Asphalt 1 & 2 inspection.
• Experience in horizontal construction.
• ACI certification in concrete and construction.

• Prior experience in a similar role is preferred.
• Certifications in concrete and soil are preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Construction-related or technical training is desirable.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• Availability to work in various indoor and outdoor environments.

This position is entirely field-based, working independently on 1-2 sites per day. The work environment is fast-paced and may be dirty. Interaction will mainly be with the Superintendent and the General Contractor on site.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Winchester, VA.

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $22.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in Winchester,VA.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.