Field Technician

Job Title: Construction Field Technician

Job Description

The Field Technician is responsible for performing field inspections and observations for commercial construction projects. This role involves counting pile driving and assisting the pile team by collecting samples. The technician will be fully trained in the use of necessary equipment to accomplish their work.

Responsibilities

• Transport equipment, specimens, or documents to field personnel, clients, or other offices and provide physical assistance in equipment setup.
• Prepare and submit written field reports summarizing daily activities, observations, and results.
• Observe proof rolls, undercut operations, perform footing inspections with dynamic cone penetrometer, and inspect rebar.
• Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications.
• Interact with client representatives, including supervisors, foremen, project managers, and engineers, at project sites.
• Perform analysis or calculations to check the accuracy, applicability, and reasonableness of testing data.
• Perform sampling or testing as directed.
• Provide assistance to other field personnel.
• Clean equipment, vehicles, and work areas.
• Assist other technicians or professional staff with routine tasks.
• Engage in progressively increased training and responsibility in work assignments.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction, particularly in concrete construction and materials testing.
• Knowledge in construction inspection, soil testing, and the use of dynamic cone penetrometers.
• Capability in analyzing and performing calculations for testing data accuracy.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Construction experience, preferably on the civil side.
• ACI or ICC certifications would be advantageous.

Why Work Here?

This position offers tremendous growth opportunities within a leading construction services firm in Atlanta known for its impeccable reputation. Employees have access to a variety of projects, ranging from hotels to industrial sites. The company provides opportunities for advancement, with many current project managers having started in this role. It also offers excellent compensation potential, especially for an entry-level position with no prior experience. Employees are provided with a work truck and a laptop, and there are opportunities for raises based on certifications, which the company funds. Great benefits are available upon direct hire.

Work Environment

Field Technicians spend 90% of their time in the field, typically working 50-70 hours per week. Soil work starts at 7 AM, while concrete work begins at 8 PM. The typical workweek runs from Monday to Saturday, offering a diverse and dynamic work experience.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of LAWRENCEVILLE, GA.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $23.00/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)

This is a fully onsite position in LAWRENCEVILLE,GA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.