Construction Materials Technician

Hiring: Construction Materials Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Construction Materials Technician for a traveling position. The role involves working on large commercial and industrial projects across various regions. The ideal candidate will perform testing and observations on these projects, prepare daily reports, and communicate findings with project managers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing and observations on large commercial and industrial construction projects.
• Prepare and submit daily reports on observations made at the job site.
• Review data and communicate findings with project managers on site and within the team.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and field personnel from various teams on site.

Essential Skills

• ACI certifications, with ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician I certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction inspection.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in materials testing.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with soil testing and nuclear gauge.
• Preferably have ACI Concrete Strength I certification.
• ICC Pre-Stressed Concrete Special Inspector certification is a plus.
• Nuclear Gauge/Radiation safety knowledge.

Work Environment

This position involves full-time fieldwork on large construction sites across the country. The role requires interaction with engineers, project managers, and field personnel, including owners, general contractors, and subcontractors. Candidates must be comfortable working outside in various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and sun. The role involves significant travel for project durations, with accommodations for long weekends to return home. Expect to gain valuable experience working on large data center projects, with opportunities for overtime and per diem compensation.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00/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 Minneapolis,MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 7, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.