Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Career Architecture Title: Laboratory Technician IIIrn rnJob Ad Title: Construction Materials Laboratory Technician rnRequisition Number: Year-Location#-TBDrn rnJob Summary:rnPerforms routine to complex tests on construction materials and often mentors junior staff.

They ensure accurate and logical reporting of test results, review simpler tests and maintain lab equipment.

Proficiency in electronic reporting software and knowledge of testing requirements are essential.

For large or complex projects, they may direct junior staff and serve as the project contact.

Their role includes planning project phases and identifying additional services.

They may also oversee the location's quality program as a Supervising Laboratory Technician.rnTesting: Perform and report findings of soil, concrete, masonry and/or asphalt testing in the laboratory under little to no observation of more experienced technicians and/or professionals.rnEquipment: Maintain testing equipment in good working order and perform maintenance and calibration.

rnCoordination of Others: May assign testing to other staff on projects of any size, and perform preliminary review of their testing results.rnTraining: Effectively train and mentor staff in testing.

Perform programmatic test method evaluations of personnel and equipment.rnProposal Preparation: Assist Project Management staff with the review of plans and specifications for the determination of testing requirements and frequencies.rn rnMinimum Qualifications:rnrnHigh School diploma/GED with Vocational training, a plusrnAssociate degree in civil engineering technology, a plusrn5+ years of experience in a construction materials laboratoryrnFive(5) or more active certifications:rnrnAmerican Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory TechnicianrnInternational Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)rnDOT Certifications in the fields of Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and ConcreternrnrnEffective math skills with a strong understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measurernEffective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English languagernProficiently complete data entry into multiple software applications on a smart device, using Microsoft Office and emailrnrn rnWorking Conditions and Physical Demands:rnYou are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment:rnrnWorking outdoors in varying weather conditions rnStanding up to 8-12 hours a dayrnRoutinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment) rnManeuver field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground and around active construction sitesrnWorking outside of normal business hours when necessary

Full Time