What are the responsibilities and job description for the CMT Laboratory Technician position at Nova Engineering and Environmental LLC?
NOVA Engineering is seeking a CMT Lab Technician to join our Construction Materials Testing department in Charlotte, NC. This position is primarily laboratory-based and will focus on breaking concrete cylinders and recording concrete strength and quality results as part of NOVA’s quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) testing program. Occasional field assignments may be required.
Responsibilities:
- Perform concrete compressive strength testing by breaking concrete cylinders in accordance with ASTM/ACI standards
- Accurately record, document, and report test results to verify material quality and compliance
- Maintain clear and organized laboratory records using electronic reporting systems
- Assist with proper curing, storage, handling, and preparation of concrete test specimens
- Maintain, calibrate, and care for laboratory testing equipment
- Follow all company safety policies and laboratory procedures
- Collect concrete samples and assist with basic field observations as needed
- Communicate test results with Project Managers, engineers, and laboratory staff
Required Qualifications:
- ACI Aggregate Testing and ACI Concrete Strength Testing are required
- Prior CMT field or laboratory testing experience
Benefits and Perks:
- Certification incentive/reimbursement program for additional certifications
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
- Paid time off
- Company-observed paid holidays
- Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
- Company paid short term disability coverage
- Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
- 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.