Construction Materials Testing Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Construction Materials Testing Technician

Job Overview

Join a growing team supporting critical construction projects throughout the Cary area. This role offers hands-on field experience performing materials testing and inspections to ensure quality, safety, and compliance with industry standards. Ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, staying active, and building a long-term career in construction and engineering services.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field testing of construction materials including soil, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with industry standards and project requirements
• Inspect materials on-site and accurately document results through detailed daily reports
• Operate testing equipment and follow established procedures to ensure reliable data collection
• Read and interpret construction plans and blueprints to support testing and inspection activities
• Work in a physically active environment, including lifting, climbing, bending, and navigating uneven terrain

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in construction materials testing or related construction field
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs and perform physically demanding tasks
• Basic understanding of construction drawings and site plans
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel locally to job sites
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality

Preferred Qualifications

• NCDOT certifications
• ACI Field Technician Level I
• Nuclear Gauge User Certification
• NICET Level I (Soils, Concrete, or Asphalt)
• Previous field experience in construction or engineering

Work Environment & Benefits

This is a field-based position located in Cary, NC, offering a mix of independence and team collaboration. Work hours may vary depending on project schedules, with opportunities for overtime including nights and weekends.

Employees are supported with:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• PTO and additional benefits (FSA, HSA, life insurance, disability coverage)
• Company vehicle and cell phone allowance
• Paid certifications and ongoing professional development
• Clear growth path within the organization

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chapel Hill, NC.

The pay range for this position is $53000.00 - $75000.00/yr.

We offer competitive wages, medical, dental, vision, 401K with matching, PTO, AFLAC, LTD, STD, FSA, HSA, life insurance, company vehicle, cell phone allowance, professional development, referral program, and a great place to work!

This is a fully onsite position in Chapel Hill,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 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.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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.