Lab Technician (Concrete)

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for conducting quality control/assurance testing on specific construction products and materials. This role consists of physical labor, fabrication of samples, testing of samples, and recording of data. This could include mixing and batching of concrete, cement, epoxies, coatings, steel, aggregates, or consumer product testing.
Shoveling and mixing concrete
Perform fabrication of test samples (weigh ingredients and mix using the mixer)
Clean and assemble molds or special equipment
Perform testing in accordance with applicable standards
Provide technical advice on testing techniques and solutions
Adhere to internal standards, policies and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
High School Diploma / GED
0-3 years of experience in laboratory testing
Preferred:
Associate or Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline
Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities
Basic knowledge in use of hand tools and power tools
Basic knowledge of sample fabrication
Basic knowledge in use of scales and balances
Advanced level of English
Basic Mathematical skills
Basic reasoning and problem-solving skills
Basic working knowledge of Office 365
Travel
Travels up to 10% of the time. Local travel around Atlanta metro-area and in Georgia. Some travel to neighboring states (Southeast US states)
Equipment
This job operates in a temperature-controlled laboratory environment as well as in the field. The role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers and phones in addition to power tools such as drills.
Our Benefits
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role.
Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and long-term disability insurance, flexible spending accounts
Wealth: Competitive pay, matching 401(k) with immediate vesting upon enrollment, generous employee referral program, overtime (where applicable and with approval)
Happiness:
Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, education assistance program
Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, volunteer time)
Physical Demands of the Job
Stand - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Move or traverse - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Sit - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Use hands - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Reach with hands and arms - Never (0%)
Climb or balance - Occasional (5% - 33%)
Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Talk/hear - Never (0%)
Taste/Smell - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Lift/carry/push or pull - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Environmental and Work Conditions
Wet or humid (non-weather) conditions - Occasional (5% - 33%)
Work near moving mechanical pats - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Work in high, precarious places - Never (0%)
Fumes or airborne particles - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Toxic or caustic chemicals - Never (0%)
Outdoor weather conditions - Frequent (34% - 66%)
Extreme cold (non-weather) - Never (0%)
Extreme heat (non-weather) - Never (0%)
Risk of electrical shock - Occasional (5% - 33%)
Work with explosives - Never (0%)
Risk of radiation - Never (0%)
Vibration - Never (0%)
Bio-hazard - Never (0%)

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
No