Pavements Technician

American Engineering Testing • Full-time • Saint Paul, MN • $22 - $25 / hour • 2d ago

About Us

At American Engineering Testing (AET), we believe that people are the heart of innovation. We create an environment that values teamwork, curiosity, and continuous improvement while delivering innovative engineering and consulting solutions. As a 100% employee-owned firm, we deliver comprehensive testing, analysis, and design to reduce uncertainty in construction projects and offer rewarding work, exceptional training, and career development opportunities.

Job Summary

Pavements Technician plays a critical role in supporting the pavements divison by performing field and laboratory quality control testing of soils under close supervision. This position is responsible for conducting a variety of tests in accordance with AET QA/QC procedures and industry standards such as ASTM, ASIC, and ACI, ensuring a high level of quality and safety. The ideal candidate will demonstrate attention to detail, commitment to safety, and the ability to follow established procedures, and contribute to delivering reliable and compliant testing services that support infrastructure quality and client satisfaction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with laboratory testing of construction materials.
Use Ground Penetrating Radar Unit (GPR).
Use and maintain Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD).
Complete Geoprobe sampling.
Perform field sampling of materials including coring and hand auger borings.
Complete test reports and site observations.
Communicate with project managers, clients, contractors and other project personnel.
Assist in training less experienced personnel.
Complete laboratory maintenance.Conduct field, laboratory and office activities in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations, along with AET’s QA and Health and Safety Policies, to promote the safety and protection of employees, clients and the public.
Maintain high chargeable productivity.
Properly use and maintain company instruments and equipment.
Maintain appropriate physicals if required for position.
Coordinate with other staff with the ultimate goal of increasing efficiency, productivity, and communication.
Maintain valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Some positions may require use of personal vehicle for company business. Maintain compliance with DOT driver regulations if required for position.
Frequent travel required within regional area and out-of-town. Out of town travel may be up to 75% of the time.
Occasional night or weekend hours.
Many duties outdoors and away from main office/laboratory location.
Perform other duties as required to meet departmental and company goals.

Required Qualifications and Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

2-year vocational or college degree is preferred.
Communication skills sufficient to work effectively with clients and coworkers.
Ability to interact successfully with a wide variety of people, work effectively within project teams, resolve issues and problems in a constructive manner, and work independently in the field.
Capable of the physical labor required including work at hazardous waste sites, with personal protective equipment.

Pay Transparency

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $22.00 – $25.00 per hour based on skill set and experience. AET offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health benefits, insurance, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), long-term savings, paid time off, and professional development opportunities. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Third Party Disclosure

Notice to Third Party Agencies: AET does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by AET’s Chief People Officer (CPO), AET reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

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