Construction Technician Jobs in Tennessee
Construction Technician jobs in Tennessee are concentrated in commercial construction, infrastructure, and residential development, with demand spread across experience levels from entry-level field roles to senior quality control positions. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville are the most active hiring markets, anchored by firms like Skanska, AECOM, and Brasfield & Gorrie, all of which maintain a sustained Tennessee presence. Inspection, materials testing, and site quality assurance are the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Open roles33
Top employerECS Limited
Top cityNashville, TN
Cities hiring14
Work type100% On-site
Top industryConsulting
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Construction Materials Testing Technician II
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Building & Earth Sciences
Construction Materials Testing Technician II
Nashville, Tennessee
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Construction Materials Testing Technician I
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Building & Earth Sciences
Construction Materials Testing Technician I
Nashville, Tennessee
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Construction Engineering Technician 1* - 09152026-80765
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Tennessee State Government
Construction Engineering Technician 1* - 09152026-80765
Brownsville, Tennessee
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Construction Technician
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SERVPRO - Team Caldwell
Construction Technician
Newbern, Tennessee
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Entry-Level Construction Materials Engineering Technician
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S&ME
Entry-Level Construction Materials Engineering Technician
Chattanooga, Tennessee
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Construction Materials Testing Technician II
Building & Earth Sciences·Nashville, Tennessee
Job functions:
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
201-500 employees
Job Description
Overview:
This position exists for the purpose of providing testing observation on the assigned field project according to the applicable specification for independent testing laboratories. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, sample preparation, collection & testing, field observations, and documentation of construction activities on site pertaining to soil, concrete, grout, mortar and asphalt. The position requires the incumbent to clearly identify, verbally communicate, and document test results and activities on more advanced level testing.
Here's a few videos to see exactly what our technicians get to do in the field. Enjoy!
Building & Earth offers a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Account, and Group Short Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements
1. Must be able to move, lift or carry objects or materials up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
2. Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
3. Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
4. Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language, including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.
Minimum Education, Training, Certifications and/or Experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
Travel
Daily travel to and from construction work sites, generally within 100 miles from the home office, is expected. Short term, out-of-town work, generally lasting less than 2 weeks, is probable. Long term, outof-town assignments may be required occasionally with advance notice of planned dates.
Special Requirements
1. Possession of a valid state of residence driver’s license.
2. Ability to be insured under all applicable Corporation insurance policies and requirements.
Other Duties
Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all reasonable activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Building & Earth is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Level II Technician. A Level II technician will have a minimum of 1 year of CMT experience and ACI Concrete Certification + ICC Soils Special Inspector certification, or other relevant certifications.
This position exists for the purpose of providing testing observation on the assigned field project according to the applicable specification for independent testing laboratories. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, sample preparation, collection & testing, field observations, and documentation of construction activities on site pertaining to soil, concrete, grout, mortar and asphalt. The position requires the incumbent to clearly identify, verbally communicate, and document test results and activities on more advanced level testing.
Here's a few videos to see exactly what our technicians get to do in the field. Enjoy!
Building & Earth offers a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Account, and Group Short Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.
SCHEDULING NOTE: This position will require NIGHT shift work as well as some WEEKEND work days. Your daily schedule can change from day to day and you must be able to accommodate a flexible working schedule and have reliable transportation to and from the branch office at all hours of the day if needed.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time as needed. Reasonable temporary modifications for a period of time do not waive any essential functions of the job requirements. The position requires an incumbent to be trained to:
Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time as needed. Reasonable temporary modifications for a period of time do not waive any essential functions of the job requirements. The position requires an incumbent to be trained to:
Receive, understand and execute written and verbal directions- Review specifications for civil and structural plans and identify sections applicable to the scope of work
- Perform tests, general construction inspections and observations according to project requirements with little to no supervisor.
- Submit daily field reports to document testing, inspections and field observations
- Document and communicate non-conforming items to designated project supervision
- Clean, maintain and calibrate all assigned equipment according to applicable codes and standards
- Transport, operate and care for a nuclear density gauge as assigned, meeting all safety, care and maintenance guidelines as outlined in the Radiation Safety Program Policy.
- Demonstrate competency in One-Point Proctor testing in the field.
- Competency in reading detailed plans and specifications.
- Competency in mortar and grout sampling and testing.
- General knowledge of asphalt placement monitoring.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies)
- Intermediate knowledge of sample preparation, collection & testing, field observations, and documentation of construction activities.
- Must pass relevant tests and/or achieve valid signatures.
- Ability to create and maintain accurate and confidential test records and to prepare easily understandable reports for documentation.
- Skilled in the use of computers and common software applications.
- Ability to learn company specific software and programs.
- Ability to be trained and to follow directions.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to dress, speak and act professionally & appropriately.
- Ability to deal with stressful situations, multiple priorities and hectic schedules calmly and courteously.
- Ability to work ethically, honestly and safely at all times.
- Ability to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety
Physical Requirements
1. Must be able to move, lift or carry objects or materials up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
2. Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
3. Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
4. Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language, including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.
Minimum Education, Training, Certifications and/or Experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 12 months Experience
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level I Certification
- Portable Nuclear Gauge Safety Training Certification
- Understanding of Proctor Compaction Test and USCS Soil Classification
- Trained & demonstrated competency in One-Point Proctor testing in the field.
- ICC Soils Special Inspector Certification
- Competency in reading detailed plans and specifications
- Competency in mortar and grout sampling and testing
- General knowledge of asphalt placement monitoring
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This position is generally full time, with a normal work schedule of 7AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday. Hours will regularly be adjusted to meet construction schedules of clients and may include weekend rotations, night work, and early morning work.
This position is generally full time, with a normal work schedule of 7AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday. Hours will regularly be adjusted to meet construction schedules of clients and may include weekend rotations, night work, and early morning work.
Travel
Daily travel to and from construction work sites, generally within 100 miles from the home office, is expected. Short term, out-of-town work, generally lasting less than 2 weeks, is probable. Long term, outof-town assignments may be required occasionally with advance notice of planned dates.
Special Requirements
1. Possession of a valid state of residence driver’s license.
2. Ability to be insured under all applicable Corporation insurance policies and requirements.
Other Duties
Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all reasonable activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Building & Earth Sciences
Construction Materials Testing Technician II
Nashville, Tennessee
Added 2d ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
Job Description
Overview:
This position exists for the purpose of providing testing observation on the assigned field project according to the applicable specification for independent testing laboratories. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, sample preparation, collection & testing, field observations, and documentation of construction activities on site pertaining to soil, concrete, grout, mortar and asphalt. The position requires the incumbent to clearly identify, verbally communicate, and document test results and activities on more advanced level testing.
Here's a few videos to see exactly what our technicians get to do in the field. Enjoy!
Building & Earth offers a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Account, and Group Short Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements
1. Must be able to move, lift or carry objects or materials up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
2. Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
3. Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
4. Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language, including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.
Minimum Education, Training, Certifications and/or Experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
Travel
Daily travel to and from construction work sites, generally within 100 miles from the home office, is expected. Short term, out-of-town work, generally lasting less than 2 weeks, is probable. Long term, outof-town assignments may be required occasionally with advance notice of planned dates.
Special Requirements
1. Possession of a valid state of residence driver’s license.
2. Ability to be insured under all applicable Corporation insurance policies and requirements.
Other Duties
Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all reasonable activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Building & Earth is seeking a Construction Materials Testing Level II Technician. A Level II technician will have a minimum of 1 year of CMT experience and ACI Concrete Certification + ICC Soils Special Inspector certification, or other relevant certifications.
This position exists for the purpose of providing testing observation on the assigned field project according to the applicable specification for independent testing laboratories. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, sample preparation, collection & testing, field observations, and documentation of construction activities on site pertaining to soil, concrete, grout, mortar and asphalt. The position requires the incumbent to clearly identify, verbally communicate, and document test results and activities on more advanced level testing.
Here's a few videos to see exactly what our technicians get to do in the field. Enjoy!
Building & Earth offers a competitive benefits package including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company match, Flexible Spending Account, and Group Short Term Disability and Life Insurance plans.
SCHEDULING NOTE: This position will require NIGHT shift work as well as some WEEKEND work days. Your daily schedule can change from day to day and you must be able to accommodate a flexible working schedule and have reliable transportation to and from the branch office at all hours of the day if needed.
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time as needed. Reasonable temporary modifications for a period of time do not waive any essential functions of the job requirements. The position requires an incumbent to be trained to:
Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time as needed. Reasonable temporary modifications for a period of time do not waive any essential functions of the job requirements. The position requires an incumbent to be trained to:
Receive, understand and execute written and verbal directions- Review specifications for civil and structural plans and identify sections applicable to the scope of work
- Perform tests, general construction inspections and observations according to project requirements with little to no supervisor.
- Submit daily field reports to document testing, inspections and field observations
- Document and communicate non-conforming items to designated project supervision
- Clean, maintain and calibrate all assigned equipment according to applicable codes and standards
- Transport, operate and care for a nuclear density gauge as assigned, meeting all safety, care and maintenance guidelines as outlined in the Radiation Safety Program Policy.
- Demonstrate competency in One-Point Proctor testing in the field.
- Competency in reading detailed plans and specifications.
- Competency in mortar and grout sampling and testing.
- General knowledge of asphalt placement monitoring.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies)
- Intermediate knowledge of sample preparation, collection & testing, field observations, and documentation of construction activities.
- Must pass relevant tests and/or achieve valid signatures.
- Ability to create and maintain accurate and confidential test records and to prepare easily understandable reports for documentation.
- Skilled in the use of computers and common software applications.
- Ability to learn company specific software and programs.
- Ability to be trained and to follow directions.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to dress, speak and act professionally & appropriately.
- Ability to deal with stressful situations, multiple priorities and hectic schedules calmly and courteously.
- Ability to work ethically, honestly and safely at all times.
- Ability to drive a company vehicle and adhere to all company guidelines for operation and safety
Physical Requirements
1. Must be able to move, lift or carry objects or materials up to 50 lbs. without assistance.
2. Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
3. Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
4. Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language, including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.
Minimum Education, Training, Certifications and/or Experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 12 months Experience
- ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Level I Certification
- Portable Nuclear Gauge Safety Training Certification
- Understanding of Proctor Compaction Test and USCS Soil Classification
- Trained & demonstrated competency in One-Point Proctor testing in the field.
- ICC Soils Special Inspector Certification
- Competency in reading detailed plans and specifications
- Competency in mortar and grout sampling and testing
- General knowledge of asphalt placement monitoring
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This position is generally full time, with a normal work schedule of 7AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday. Hours will regularly be adjusted to meet construction schedules of clients and may include weekend rotations, night work, and early morning work.
This position is generally full time, with a normal work schedule of 7AM to 5PM, Monday through Friday. Hours will regularly be adjusted to meet construction schedules of clients and may include weekend rotations, night work, and early morning work.
Travel
Daily travel to and from construction work sites, generally within 100 miles from the home office, is expected. Short term, out-of-town work, generally lasting less than 2 weeks, is probable. Long term, outof-town assignments may be required occasionally with advance notice of planned dates.
Special Requirements
1. Possession of a valid state of residence driver’s license.
2. Ability to be insured under all applicable Corporation insurance policies and requirements.
Other Duties
Please note: this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all reasonable activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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1 jobConstruction Technician Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction technician jobs across Tennessee.
- High school diploma or GED with relevant vocational or technical coursework completed
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification recognized by Tennessee construction employers
- Experience reading construction drawings, blueprints, and project specifications
- Familiarity with materials testing and field quality control inspection procedures
- Valid Tennessee driver's license and reliable transportation for multi-site access
- Proficiency with construction management software and basic field measurement tools
Construction Technician Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction technician in Tennessee?
Most employers in Tennessee require a high school diploma combined with either an associate degree in construction technology or a vocational certificate from a Tennessee College of Applied Technology campus. While Tennessee does not mandate a single statewide license for general construction technicians, many employers require OSHA safety certification and American Concrete Institute or ICC inspection credentials. Building a portfolio of field experience through an apprenticeship or internship with a Tennessee general contractor strengthens most applications.
Which companies hire construction technicians in Tennessee?
Employers hiring construction technicians in Tennessee right now include ECS Limited, Thompson Machinery - Caterpillar, and S&ME, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Tennessee's ongoing infrastructure investment and commercial development pipeline keep demand from large civil contractors and regional construction firms consistently high.
Which Tennessee cities have the most construction technician jobs?
The most construction technician openings in Tennessee are concentrated in Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville. Nashville drives the largest share of postings because of its sustained commercial and residential development boom, while Memphis attracts demand through its logistics and industrial construction sector, and Knoxville draws openings tied to University of Tennessee facilities projects and regional infrastructure work.
Are there remote construction technician jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they're rare. Construction technician roles are fundamentally hands-on and site-dependent, so most positions require physical presence on a job site. About 0% of construction technician openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to be estimating, project coordination, or documentation-focused roles rather than field inspection or materials testing positions.
How can I get hired as a construction technician in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a construction technology program at a Tennessee College of Applied Technology, which offers short-term certificates that Tennessee contractors actively recruit from. Large firms operating in Nashville and Knoxville, including civil and commercial general contractors, hire field technician trainees and site assistant roles that require no prior experience. Earning an OSHA 10 card before applying gives candidates a concrete credential edge, and lateral moves from laborer or inspection assistant roles are a common way in.
Where can I find and apply to construction technician jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to construction technician jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current Tennessee openings updated regularly. Search the listings to identify roles that match your experience level and location, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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