An Asphalt Field Technician in the geotechnical and construction materials testing field tests and inspects hot mix asphalt during paving operations to make sure it meets project specifications. 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Field Testing: Monitor and test asphalt compaction, density, and temperature on active paving sites.
• Sampling: Collect loose asphalt mixture and core samples from roadways, parking lots, or runways for laboratory testing.
• Observation: Inspect subgrade preparation and observe asphalt placement to ensure compliance with engineering plans.
• Documentation: Record test data accurately and write daily field reports for project managers and clients.
• Communication: Talk with site contractors and engineers about test results or quality issues. 

 Engineering Documentation & Daily Reporting

• Standard Operating Procedures: Execute field testing meticulously under precise state standards (e.g., TxDOT Tex-207-F for density, Tex-244-F for thermal profiles).
• Field Logs: Record station locations, offsets, test results, mix temperatures, roller patterns, and weather conditions.
• Discrepancy Reporting: Immediately issue a verbal alert to the paving superintendent and the geotechnical project manager if test results indicate under-compaction, excessive segregation, or material failing to meet temperature specifications.

 Operational Work Environment & Demands

• Dynamic Schedules: Paving schedules are highly reliant on weather and traffic control. Technicians must be flexible enough to work long shifts, frequent night shifts, and weekends.
• Physical Environment: Constant exposure to extreme outdoor environments (heat, wind, cold) and high-temperature asphalt materials (typically 250°F to 325°F).
• Active Construction Safety: Work requires navigating active work zones directly alongside heavy equipment (pavers, material transfer vehicles, vibratory rollers) and high-speed highway traffic, requiring continuous situational awareness and compliance with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) mandates.

  Qualifications and Requirements:

• Education: High school diploma or GED; technical coursework or a degree in civil engineering or geology is a plus.
• Certifications: Industry certifications (such as ACI, Troxler nuclear gauge safety, or state-specific asphalt/aggregate certifications) or the ability to earn them within a few months.
• Physical Demands: Ability to work outdoors in varying weather, stand for long periods, and lift heavy equipment up to 50–75 lbs.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver's license with a safe driving record to travel to job sites.
•  NICET Soils / State DOT Soils Certification: Validates your ability to test the compacted soil or aggregate subgrade before the asphalt layers are paved over it. **PREFERRED, NOT REQUIRED**
•  TxAPA/TxDOT Level 1B (Roadway Specialist) **REQUIRED**