{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"00cc0fa13c8355ef6247cf9e","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/00cc0fa13c8355ef6247cf9e","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/00cc0fa13c8355ef6247cf9e","title":"CMT Engineering Technician","description":"NOVA Engineering is seeking full-time a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician in our Columbia, SC office.\nThe individual will be responsible for the following:\nField testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and masonry mortar/grout for compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and/or project specifications;\nReview of blueprints in preparation of field observations on construction sites;\nDocumentation of field activities, observations, and testing results on construction projects, and their conformance with (or deviation from) project plans and specifications;\nDaily use of Metafield, and/or other field and laboratory information management systems, for recording of testing results;\nCommunication of field and laboratory testing results with Construction Services and Geotechnical Project Management staff, general contractors, and clients;\nCalibration of field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.\nAt NOVA, it doesn't have to be just a job, it can be the beginning of a long and successful career. We offer training (both on-the-job and classroom) to support and encourage staff in obtaining certifications in the fields of aggregate, asphalt, soil, reinforced concrete and masonry. We also have a Credential Incentive Program that rewards obtaining those certifications throughout the employee's career.\nQualifications:\n2+ years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials is required\nACI certification is required\nICC certifications in Soils, Reinforced Concrete, etc. preferred\nAbility to routinely lift 40 to 50 lbs. (field/laboratory samples and equipment), is required\nWillingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions (Company will provide Personal Protective Equipment and inclement weather gear, as appropriate)\nAbility to work and maneuver equipment (such as a loaded wheelbarrow) on uneven ground and around active construction sites\nWillingness to travel out-of-town (typically overnight) for short duration assignments\nCheck out our Perks + Benefits:\nIn addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:\nUse of take-home Company Vehicle and gas card for daily travel to work sites and gas card\nComprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision\nOpportunity for professional growth and advancement\nCertification reimbursement\nPaid time off\nCompany–observed paid holidays\nCompany paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children\nCompany paid short term disability coverage\nOther supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection\n401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions\nWellness program with incentives\nEmployee Assistance Program\nNOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.\nAbout Nova\nCurrently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.\n#LI-SL\nLicenses & Certifications\nPreferred\nICC Soils\nACI Concrete Field","company":"Novaengineering","rawCompany":"novaengineering","city":"Columbia","state":"SC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:52:25.726Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-3022.00","title":"Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians","slug":"civil-engineering-technologists-and-technicians"},{"code":"47-4011.00","title":"Construction and Building Inspectors","slug":"construction-and-building-inspectors"},{"code":"17-2051.00","title":"Civil Engineers","slug":"civil-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"541380","title":"Testing Laboratories and Services","slug":"testing-laboratories-and-services"},{"code":"237990","title":"Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction","slug":"other-heavy-and-civil-engineering-construction"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"CMT Engineering Technician","description":"NOVA Engineering is seeking full-time a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Technician in our Columbia, SC office.\nThe individual will be responsible for the following:\nField testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and masonry mortar/grout for compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and/or project specifications;\nReview of blueprints in preparation of field observations on construction sites;\nDocumentation of field activities, observations, and testing results on construction projects, and their conformance with (or deviation from) project plans and specifications;\nDaily use of Metafield, and/or other field and laboratory information management systems, for recording of testing results;\nCommunication of field and laboratory testing results with Construction Services and Geotechnical Project Management staff, general contractors, and clients;\nCalibration of field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.\nAt NOVA, it doesn't have to be just a job, it can be the beginning of a long and successful career. We offer training (both on-the-job and classroom) to support and encourage staff in obtaining certifications in the fields of aggregate, asphalt, soil, reinforced concrete and masonry. We also have a Credential Incentive Program that rewards obtaining those certifications throughout the employee's career.\nQualifications:\n2+ years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials is required\nACI certification is required\nICC certifications in Soils, Reinforced Concrete, etc. preferred\nAbility to routinely lift 40 to 50 lbs. 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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.\nAbout Nova\nCurrently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 18 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.\n#LI-SL\nLicenses & Certifications\nPreferred\nICC Soils\nACI Concrete Field","datePosted":"2026-04-12T20:52:25.726Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T20:52:25.726Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Novaengineering","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Columbia","addressRegion":"SC","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"00cc0fa13c8355ef6247cf9e"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/00cc0fa13c8355ef6247cf9e"}}