About Atlas
Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.
Job Description
We are seeking an ACI Concrete Field-Testing Technician – Grade I / Construction Materials Tester to support concrete testing and inspection services on active construction projects in the Pocatello and Idaho Falls areas. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on field work, takes pride in accuracy, and can communicate effectively with contractors and project teams. You will play a key role in ensuring concrete materials meet project specifications and industry standards along with soils testing, rebar inspections and sampling of construction materials
Core Responsibilities
- Perform concrete field testing in accordance with ASTM and ACI standards
- Conduct slump tests, air content tests, temperature measurements, and prepare concrete cylinders
- Perform compaction testing on soils and aggregate
- Conduct rebar inspection to verify placement, spacing, and compliance with project specifications
- Perform sample collection following proper procedures and chain-of-custody requirements
- Assist with various inspections throughout construction phases, as assigned
- Track time and mileage daily
- Submit samples, reports, and timecards daily
- Respond to emails, texts, and phone calls within a reasonable timeframe
- Document test results accurately and communicate findings to contractors and supervisors
- Maintain testing equipment and ensure proper calibration and cleanliness
- Follow all company and site-specific safety procedures
- Travel to job sites in the Pocatello and Idaho Falls regions
- Support project schedules, including occasional early mornings, late evenings, weekends, or out-of-town work when needed
You’ll thrive here if you have
- High School diploma or GED
- 1-2+ years of experience in construction materials testing and inspection,
- Exposure to or certification with field testing equipment (e.g., nuclear gauge)
- OSHA 10 certification (or ability to obtain)
- ACI Level1 field certification (or ability to obtain)
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and proof of insurance
- Willingness to travel to job sites and work occasional weekends, early mornings, late evenings, or out-of-town assignments as needed
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Professional work ethic, willingness to learn, and consistent attention to detail
- Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with the public, contractors, supervisors, and team members
- Ability to read and follow procedures accurately
- Strong attention to detail when collecting data, documenting results, and performing testing
- Able to work independently in the field while staying organized and meeting project requirements
- Comfortable taking initiative and offering recommendations to solve field issues
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Able to perform testing while other perform observation of conformance
- Ability to learn and pass certification exams (ACI, WAQTC, ICC)
What you can expect from us
The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:
Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.
Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.
Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.
About the Job
- Career Level: Entry
- Employment Type: Full-time
EEO Statement
Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Notice to Third Party Agencies
Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.
Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!
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