What are the responsibilities and job description for the Soil & Concrete Laboratory Manager position at Geo-Technology Associates, Inc.?
Geo-Technology Associates, Inc. (GTA) is currently seeking an experienced LABORATORY MANAGER for our Construction Observation & Testing Division in York, Pennsylvania. Laboratory Managers are responsible for training and oversight of people working in the soil and concrete lab, performance of soil and concrete laboratory testing, maintenance of laboratory equipment, quality assurance and productivity of the lab.
Laboratory Manager Responsibilities
- Train and supervise entry‐level technicians for laboratory moisture‐density relationships and soil classification as they relate to field applications
- Conduct moisture-density tests, sieve analysis (with or without hydrometers), limits testing, direct shear, unconfined compression, California Bearing Ratio (CBR), permeability, and consolidation tests in the laboratory
- Perform compressive strength testing on concrete cylinders from field
Calibrate and verify field-testing equipment; maintain third-party calibration reports for laboratory equipment - Ensure all paperwork complies with the laboratory quality assurance manual.
Compute, graph, and process laboratory data - Keep Quality Assurance manual updated to meet AMRL, CCRL, and WACEL standards
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of laboratory
- Enter lab units and billing information weekly
Laboratory Manager Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Experience in materials testing preferred, but not necessary
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- WACEL, NICET, ACI certifications for field and lab strongly desired
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Office, Outlook and Adobe
- Ability to communicate effectively with management and peers both verbally and in writing
BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
- Competitive Compensation and Annual Performance Reviews
- Expense Reimbursement
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, Dental and Vision coverage options
- Company provided Life and Disability coverage
- Optional additional Life and Disability coverage
- Pre-tax Health Savings Account, Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Spending Account options
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Wellness Program
- Educational Assistance Program
- Training and Development Opportunities
We ensure nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and all revisions and addendums thereof.
