Construction Laboratory Technician

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Build Your Future With CMT

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 everything from highways and bridges to commercial 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 Construction Testing Technician to join our laboratory team in West Valley City, UT. This is a full-time opportunity for individuals interested in a hands-on role testing construction materials and supporting infrastructure development. Whether you're starting your career or looking to grow in civil or geotechnical engineering, we want to hear from you.

Compensation: $18-20/hour (depending on experience)
Location: Phoenix, AZ
FLSA Exemption: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (schedule may vary)

What you'll be doing:

• Receive and test construction materials such as soils, aggregates, and concrete

• Perform laboratory testing including:

  • Moisture Content

  • Sieve Analysis

  • Atterberg Limits

  • Proctor Compaction

  • Consolidation

  • Direct Shear

  • Compressive Strength

• Record accurate data and report findings to the Laboratory Manager

• Maintain lab equipment and workspace according to safety and quality standards

What you have:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail

• Willingness to follow procedures and contribute to team success

What will make you stand out:

• 1 year of experience in a similar lab or materials testing role

• ACI or WAQTC certifications

• Coursework or degree in civil engineering, construction management, or geology

Certification(s):

• ACI – Concrete Field Testing Technician

• WAQTC – Soils, Aggregate, or Asphalt

CMT Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to , , , (including , , and ), , , , genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to maintaining a professional workplace where individuals are treated with respect and fairness.

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