What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Material Testing Technician position at Actalent?
Job Title: Construction material tester
Job Description
We are seeking motivated individuals to perform construction material testing and witness special inspections on construction projects throughout the Tri-State area. This role involves testing, inspection, and reporting activities to ensure construction quality and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Perform construction material testing and witness special inspections on various projects.
- Conduct placement and compaction of structural fills and soil subgrade verification.
- Inspect reinforced concrete, structural masonry, and sprayed fire resistive materials.
- Visually inspect high-strength bolting and welds.
- Perform field testing of concrete, grout, and mortar.
- Read and interpret drawings and specifications.
- Prepare and submit detailed reports of inspection activities.
- File documentation and complete required technical report forms in accordance with IBC standards.
- Communicate and coordinate effectively with engineers, contractors, and clients.
Essential Skills
- ACI, ICC, or DCA certification.
- 2-5 years of testing experience.
- Proficiency in report writing for reinforcing and concrete inspection.
- Ability to read drawings and specifications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, or related construction fields is preferred.
- Possession of or ability to obtain certifications such as E.I.T. Certificate, NJDCA / ACI / ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector, and similar certifications within three months of employment.
- Experience with Phase I ESA, soil borings, soil testing, and aggregate testing.
Work Environment
The position requires travel up to two hours to job sites. After training, you can depart directly from your home, eliminating the need to report to the office. Work involves various projects throughout the PA, NJ, and DE areas, offering diverse and dynamic field environments.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $40.00/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)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Cherry Hill,NJ.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2025.
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 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
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 due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $20 - $40