Construction Field Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a Construction Material Technician to conduct testing and inspection services for various projects including private, state, county, and ODOT projects. The role involves performing on-site testing of concrete, soil, aggregates, asphalt, and steel to ensure compliance with project specifications. The technician will document test results and field activities daily and communicate directly with owners' representatives, project managers, contractors, and other on-site personnel. The position requires local travel to job sites and may involve overtime and weekend work.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quality control testing at project sites, including testing of concrete, soils, masonry, asphalt, aggregate, and reinforcing steel.
• Perform construction administration and inspection services for state, county, and local roadway and bridge projects as well as municipal utility or infrastructure projects.
• Inspect construction projects to ensure contractor compliance with state specifications, plans, and proposals.
• Verify plan quantities and calculations with as-bid plans, prepare and maintain project records and reports, and perform other duties as assigned by the Project Engineer.
• Notify the Contractor or the Project Engineer with status updates or regarding non-conforming work.
• Prepare and maintain project records and reports in a timely manner.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction inspection and construction material testing is a plus
• ACI and/or Nuclear Gauge certification is strongly preferred.
• Basic understanding of blueprints and construction drawings is a plus
• High school diploma.
• ODOT, NICET, and NETTCP certifications are beneficial.
• Capability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Recruiter: Eisen Hardy - '[email protected]'

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $25.00/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 Columbus,OH. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 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.