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We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.\nWe’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.\nJob Description\nOlsson is seeking a driven and detail-oriented individual to join our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Team. Our CMT Lab Technician plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and longevity of materials used in construction projects. In our lab, we analyze a variety of construction materials-including concrete, soil, and asphalt-to assess their strength, composition, and performance characteristics. These tests are essential for verifying that materials meet rigorous safety and quality standards. By delivering accurate and dependable results, our lab plays a key role in helping clients comply with regulatory requirements and ensure the structural integrity and long-term success of their projects.\nIn this role, you will be responsible for conducting routine laboratory testing of construction materials, meticulously preparing specimens for testing, and upholding high standards of quality control under the guidance of senior technical staff. You’ll also have the opportunity to pursue technician certifications through respected industry organizations such as the American Concrete Institute (ACI).\nThe ideal candidate brings prior experience working in a CMT lab-particularly with soils and aggregates, is eager to learn, grow, and take on new challenges. Success in this role requires a proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement.\nWatch our video to learn more: Careers in Construction Materials Testing\nQualifications\nYou are passionate about:\nWorking collaboratively with others.\nHaving ownership in the work you do.\nUsing your talents to positively affect communities.\nYou bring to the team:\n1 to 5 years of construction materials testing experience, preferably in a lab environment with both soils and aggregates testing. \nWillingness to pursue and obtain technician certifications.\nUnderstanding of AMRL accreditation and its importance in maintaining high standards in construction materials testing.\nExperience in construction or a laboratory setting, preferred, but not required. \nThe ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.\nStrong communication skills.\nAbility to contribute and work well on a team.\nAdept in verbal and written communication.\nFamiliarity with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).\nHigh school diploma or GED required.\nThe ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. \nThis position includes:\nApplicable PPE (personal protective equipment) provided.\nWork boot reimbursement program.\nCompany issued laptop.\nCell phone reimbursement options.\nReceive fully paid training, opportunity to participate in our mentorship program, and gain hands-on experience by shadowing seasoned professionals. \nAdditional Information\nOlsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.\nAs an Olsson employee, you will:\nReceive a competitive 401(k) match\nBe empowered to build your career with tailored development paths\nHave the possibility for flexible work arrangements\nEngage in work that has a positive impact on communities\nParticipate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles\nIn addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.\nOlsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.\nOlsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.\nFor more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.","description_format":"text","description_chars":5251,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":1,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":false},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Flexible schedule"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Building Materials","Civil & Structural Engineering","Engineering Services"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-16T00:28:55Z"}],"visa":[{"country":"US","licensed_sponsor":true,"evidence":"H-1B filings in 12 months: 10","filings_12m":10,"filings_prev_12m":14,"green_card_filings_12m":0,"median_offered_wage_usd":82500,"route":null,"cap_exempt":false,"checked_at":"2026-10-15T11:24:14+00:00","sources":["US Department of Labor: LCA disclosure data (H-1B, H-1B1, E-3)"],"filings_for_role_12m":0}],"liveness":{"score":63,"band":"ok","label":"Likely open","p_open":1,"p_active":0.632,"p_room":1,"age_days":4,"expected_fill_days":78,"reasons":["conf:3","stale_co","velocity","win:early","comp:junior,brand"],"computed_at":"2026-10-20T05:45:00Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/olsson-construction-materials-testing-lab-technician-3","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/olsson-construction-materials-testing-lab-technician-3.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-20T19:56:22Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":23039,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-21T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":4193},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=4193"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Folsson-construction-materials-testing-lab-technician-3"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Folsson-construction-materials-testing-lab-technician-3"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Folsson-construction-materials-testing-lab-technician-3"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/olsson-construction-materials-testing-lab-technician-3\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Folsson-construction-materials-testing-lab-technician-3"}]}