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Construction Lab Technician

GSI Engineering LLC
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/1/2025
Overview

UES Professional Solutions 29, Inc. (UES), formerly known as SUMMIT Engineering, Laboratory & Testing, Inc., has an opening in our Construction Services Department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.

UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80 branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.

Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.

As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.

Build your future as a Construction Lab Technician at UES Professional Solutions 29, Inc. (UES), formerly known as SUMMIT Engineering, Laboratory & Testing, Inc. As one of the fastest growing engineering firms in the nation, we’re looking for new talent to grow along with us.

No experience? Not a problem! We believe in the value of hard work. If you’re known for your unmatched work ethic, reliability, and willingness to work in a team, you have the foundation needed for this position.

Position Summary

Your role as a Construction Lab Technician, you will be responsible for providing assistance with various construction materials testing in the laboratory and collection of relevant test data on future or existing projects. We will provide on-the-job training. With projects ranging from complex roadway construction to single-family residential communities, you will gain the knowledge and experience necessary to take your skills to the next level.

If you’re reliable, have a good work ethic, and can cooperate with co-workers and clients respectfully, this is the position for you. We seek hardworking and motivated candidates with work experience in construction, civil engineering, lab testing or related areas.

Job Responsibilities

  • Perform routine laboratory tests on soil including compaction testing (proctors), gradations, and Atterberg limit testing
  • Test concrete cylinders, grout prisms, and mortar specimens for strength parameters
  • Document accurate and detailed lab activity and report the findings to other technicians and supervisors
  • Communicate verbally and electronically with various lab/field personnel and colleagues
  • Follow all company safety procedures and policies
  • Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Preferred: AAS or BS in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or relevant field of study
  • Preferred: prior experience as field/engineering technician, construction materials testing or related experience
  • Preferred: Active ACI, ICC and/or WACEL certifications and/or willingness to obtain industry certifications
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and organize data
  • Ability to accurately complete lab-testing paperwork
  • Ability to follow directions from others and complete assigned tasks
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, detailed reports, short correspondence and memos
  • Ability to work well with others

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Days and hours for this position are typically Monday-Friday during the day
  • Regularly exposed to warehouse conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments
  • Lab work on construction materials involving long-term standing, sitting and repetitive motions
  • Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit)
  • Ability to regularly lift and/or move/shake up to 40lbs. (soil and/or concrete tests and related apparatus); frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs. (soil and sand samples, and nuclear density equipment); and occasionally move more than 100lbs. (such as a loaded wheelbarrow of concrete samples)

Who We Are

UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.

Growing in Excellence

As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 80 branches and nearly 4,000 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.

Why Work at UES?

We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. (http://benefits.click/) Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.

Check out our website: https://teamues.com/

Follow us on social media: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/universal-engineering-sciences-inc/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/universalengineeringsciences/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/universal_engineering_sciences/) | Twitter (https://twitter.com/UniversalEngSci) | YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXK2FHVTcS5o9uLEKO7RuYg)

#GroundedInExcellence

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Team: Construction Services Department

Work Type: Full-Time / Hourly

Location Type: onsite

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