Experienced Construction Laboratory Technician

Build Your Future With CMT

At CMT Technical Services (CMT), we're building more than just infrastructure-we're building communities, careers, and a culture rooted in integrity, collaboration, and technical excellence. As a trusted leader in materials testing, inspection, and engineering services, we help ensure the safety and strength of everything from highways and bridges to commercial buildings and energy projects. With a dynamic team of professionals across multiple regions, CMT empowers individuals to grow, innovate, and make a tangible impact on the world around them. Join us-and be part of something built to last.

We are seeking a Experienced Laboratory Technician to join our laboratory team in Phoenix, AZ. This is a full-time opportunity for individuals interested in a hands-on role testing construction materials and supporting infrastructure development. Whether you're starting your career or looking to grow in civil or geotechnical engineering, we want to hear from you.

Compensation: $25-35/hour (depending on experience)
Location: Phoenix, AZ
FLSA Exemption: Non-Exempt
Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week (schedule may vary)

What you'll be doing:

• Receive and test construction materials such as soils, aggregates, and concrete

• Perform laboratory testing including:

  • Moisture Content

  • Sieve Analysis

  • Atterberg Limits

  • Proctor Compaction

  • Consolidation

  • Direct Shear

  • Compressive Strength

• Record accurate data and report findings to the Laboratory Manager

• Maintain lab equipment and workspace according to safety and quality standards

What you have:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Valid driver's license

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail

• Willingness to follow procedures and contribute to team success

What will make you stand out:

• 1 year of experience in a similar lab or materials testing role

• ACI or WAQTC certifications

• Coursework or degree in civil engineering, construction management, or geology

Preferred Certification(s):

• ACI – Concrete Field Testing Technician

• ATTI - Soils, Aggregate Testing, Asphalt

CMT Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to maintaining a professional workplace where individuals are treated with respect and fairness.