What are the responsibilities and job description for the Concrete Laboratory Technician position at National Ready Mixed Concrete Association?
Concrete Laboratory Technician
National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) has an open position for a full-time Concrete Lab Technician. Reports to Laboratory Manager and Engineering Division Staff.
Position is at NRMCA's laboratory located in College Park, MD, requiring work full time during normal business hours. Competitive salary, excellent benefits, paid vacation, paid holidays, sick time, and learning opportunity. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!
SUMMARY:
Support workplan of NRMCA laboratory; maintain proficiency at performing current and new standard test methods; support lab quality system to maintain accreditation status, collect and record data; assist with data analysis and reports.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Mortar and concrete mixtures; aggregate and concrete tests according to established schedule
- Follow standardized testing procedures; record test results; assist with reports
- Support lab quality system and accreditation; proficiency sample testing; lab inspection audit items
- Support equipment, laboratory, and grounds maintenance
- Assist laboratory manager for laboratory initiatives
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
- High school or college degree
- 2 - 5 years experience in construction materials testing
- Certifications needed for accreditation - ACI Field I, ACI Aggregate, ACI Strength (can be obtained after hire)
- Basic computer proficiency - MS Word, Excel
- Reliability, Detail oriented, team oriented, and show initiative to take on required tasks
- Able to lift 50 lbs
DESIRED SKILLS
- Practical knowledge of concrete research, testing, materials
- Review and interpretation of testing standards to perform
- Computer skills for data analysis, report generation
- Handy with equipment and technology
- Proactive to assist with laboratory initiatives
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Salary : $65,000 - $68,000