**Construction Materials Testing Technician – Night Shift (Contract-to-Hire)** **Location:** Bloomington, MN **Pay:** $23-25/hour **Schedule:** Sunday–Thursday, 9:00 PM–5:00 AM **Contract Duration:** Through Thanksgiving, with potential spring rehire **About the Role** Join a hands-on, fast-paced team where your work directly supports critical lab testing operations. No prior lab experience? No problem. We provide comprehensive training to get you up to speed. This is a great opportunity for individuals with a construction or mechanical background looking to transition into a technical role. **Key Responsibilities** + Receive and organize incoming concrete, soil, and aggregate samples + Prepare and test concrete cylinders and soil specimens (e.g., proctor tests) + Operate lab equipment and maintain sample integrity + Ensure tools and workspaces are clean and functional **What You Bring** + Experience using hand and power tools + Strong communication skills (verbal and written) + Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work on your feet + High school diploma or equivalent + Valid driver’s license with clean driving record **Bonus Skills (Not Required, But Valued)** + Experience in construction, landscaping, or prefab shop work + Familiarity with inventory tracking and documentation + Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving mindset + Ability to obtain a Class B license within 90 days + Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions **Perks Upon Hire** + Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) plan and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) + Paid holidays and generous time off **Work Environment** + Shop and outdoor settings + Exposure to seasonal weather conditions + Initial training on day shift before transitioning to nights **Why This Role Stands Out** Compared to other technician roles in Bloomington—this position offers: + A unique blend of lab and field work + A clear path to rehire and advancement + A supportive team and structured training program **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Bloomington,MN. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Aug 18, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.