Field Technician

Field Technician

Salary Range $22.00 - $28.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift Day Education Level High School Travel Percentage Road Warrior Category Thielsch

As a Field Technician for the Construction Materials Testing (CTS) department, you will act as our primary on-site representative for routine material testing and quality inspections. You will help monitor material quality across various projects through hands-on field testing and accurate data reporting. Based out of our Cranston, RI office, this full-time position involves daily travel to local project sites throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Responsibilities

• Perform field testing of construction materials, including soil, concrete, and asphalt, to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.
• Document all field observations and test results using digital reporting software for daily submission.
• Interpret and adhere to project drawings, technical specifications, and industry standards (ASTM, AASHTO, and state DOT) to ensure all field and lab procedures strictly follow established protocols.
• Maintain all testing equipment clean, calibrated, and in good working order.
• Communicate professionally with construction personnel, engineers, and state and federal representatives while on site.
• Collect and transport material samples from the field to the laboratory for further analysis.
• Operate company vehicles safely while navigating active, high-volume construction zones and heavy highway traffic.
• Adhere strictly to OSHA regulations and internal safety protocols in all work environments.
• Perform duties in various outdoor environments, including active construction sites with uneven terrain, dust, and exposure to the elements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license and a clean driving history; ability to safely operate company vehicles to and from various job sites is required.
• General computer skills, including the ability to learn and use digital reporting software to document field observations.
• Ability to obtain certifications from OSHA, NICET, NETTCP, ICC and ACI within first year of employment is required
• Strong attention to detail

Compensation & Benefits • Competitive wages • Health Care - United HealthCare, Delta Dental and Vision Service Plan • Paid holidays and Paid Time off (PTO) • Employer-paid Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP) • Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance; access to short and long-term disability insurance. • Tuition reimbursement, Professional development and more!