Job Title: Construction Materials Technician

Job Description

We are seeking experienced and entry-level Construction Materials Technicians, Special Inspectors, and Geotechnical Inspectors for diverse projects in the Greenville marketplace. Opportunities are available for Tech II and Tech III roles, as well as for individuals new to the field with an interest in the profession.

Responsibilities

• Testing, analysis, and quality control of materials.
• Conduct grain size analysis, Atterberg limit testing, moisture-density testing, ASTM and NCDOT hydrometers, and laboratory resistivity testing for soils.
• Perform aggregate grain size analysis, specific gravity of fine and coarse aggregates, and dry rodded unit weight for aggregates.
• Perform compressive and flexural strength testing of concrete cylinders, beams, and cubes, produce laboratory trial batches, sample and test fresh unit weight, air content, and observe batch plant operations for Portland Cement Concrete.
• Conduct burn and gradation analysis, max. theoretical testing (Rice), and specific gravity testing for Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA).
• Perform absorption and compressive strength testing on masonry blocks.

Essential Skills

• 2-3 years of experience preferred.
• Experience in materials inspections, concrete, and soils & concrete testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Certifications in ACI, ICC, I.C.C., Nicet are preferred but not required.
• Skills in masonry testing.

Work Environment

The role involves working both in the field and in laboratory settings. The work environment is dynamic and provides opportunities to engage with various testing and inspection processes.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Winterville, North Carolina.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $28.00/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 Winterville,NC.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 5, 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.

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Salary : $18 - $28