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Summary

The CMT Technician I is an entry level position. This technician will perform simple and common field testing tasks. This CMT Technician inspects materials and observes activities associated with construction of streets, bridges, buildings, levees, etc., to ensure the procedures and materials comply with plans and specifications by performing the following duties.

The CMT Technician I works under the supervision of a CMT Technician III. He/she will remain under the CMT Technician III’s supervision and training for a minimum of 12 months before being considered for elevation to a CMT Technician II position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned including working in our drilling department or soils laboratory, or for Eustis Engineering’s other offices.

• Performs basic laboratory and field tests, i.e., collects samples using proper techniques in accordance with ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, LaDOTD, MDOT, TXDOT, and other industrial standards;
• Conducts field tests with a degree of accuracy required by the above regulatory organizations, i.e., concrete slump, air content, unit weight, etc.;
• Measures distances to construction activities;
• Observes work in progress to ensure that procedures followed and materials used conform to specifications;
• Records quantities of materials received or used during specified periods.
• Maintains daily log of construction and inspection activities in proper report format;
• Prepares sketches of construction activities to accompany field reports;
• Uses appropriate personal protective equipment which may include hard hat, safety vest, safety shoes, face shield/covering;
• Maintains a valid driver’s license and drives a motor vehicle in the course of collecting samples, performing field tests, and conducting inspections;
• Communicates orally and in writing with supervisor and staff members.

This position requires overtime, travel, and possible out-of-town assignments. This individual will also be required to undergo first aid and various levels/types of safety training.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; uses resources effectively.
• Use of Technology - Demonstrates required skills; adapts to new technologies; uses technology to increase productivity.
• Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Project Management - Communicates changes and progress.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service ; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; helps and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Managing Customer Focus - Promotes customer focus.
• Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; able to read and interpret written information.
• Change Management - Communicates changes effectively.
• Performance Coaching - Motivates for increased results.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Conflict Resolution - Keeps emotions under control.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Conserves organizational resources.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles; upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Achievement Focus - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
• Planning/Organizing - Uses time efficiently.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; applies feedback to improve performance.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions ; uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• The CMT Technician I must possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).

Language Skills

The CMT Technician I must have the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. He/she must be able to write routine reports and correspondence. He/she must also be able to speak effectively with clients or employees of various organizations.

Mathematical Skills

The CMT Technician I must have the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. He/she must be able to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability

The CMT Technician I must have the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. He/she must be able to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should be willing to learn Agile Frameworks’ MetaField® Project Management software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

The CMT Technician I must possess a current, valid driver's license.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk; hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 50 or more pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of radiation and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.