Hiring: Field and Laboratory Technician Company: SOCOTEC Location: Nashville, TN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-16 20:14:53 Target Skills & Keywords : Project Management About the job Required Skills: •SOCOTEC’s combination of expertise, experience and methods are increasingly recognized as best-in-class fueling significant growth. •SOCOTEC is proud to announce that it has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work by the renowned global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®. •SOCOTEC is expanding its construction materials testing operations in Nashville and is seeking a Field and Laboratory Technician to join our growing team. •The work directly supports decisions about whether construction materials and completed work meet applicable project specifications and testing standards. •Perform laboratory testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO, project specifications, and company procedures. •Conduct testing including Proctor compaction, sieve analysis, Atterberg Limits, sand equivalent, uncompacted voids, concrete compression testing, and other standard laboratory procedures. •Perform asphalt testing including ignition oven testing, Marshall and gyratory compaction, maximum theoretical density (Rice), and related test methods. •Receive, sample, split, process, and prepare materials for testing. Qualifications: •Previous field and/or laboratory experience in construction materials testing. •Solid functional working knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, and industry-standard testing procedures. •Soils and aggregate certification through ATTI, ASTM, AASHTO, or another recognized program. •Asphalt testing certification through ATTI or an equivalent recognized program. •High school diploma or equivalent. •ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I certification. •Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, as the position requires travel to project sites. •Strong mathematical skills and ability to perform testing calculations accurately. •Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. •Basic computer proficiency and willingness to learn company reporting, testing, and project management systems. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!