Construction Lab Technician

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
• Be able/willing to learn how to process Expansion Index / PVC soil samples on a regular production basis.
• Collect field soil samples and run DCP readings on the field in a regular basis.
• Communicate verbally and electronically with various lab/field personnel and colleagues
• Obtain and maintain industry certifications as required for work performed in order to meet regulatory requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

• 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 and perhaps 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 50lbs. (soil and/or concrete tests and related apparatus); frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs. (soil and sand samples) and occasionally move more than 100lbs. (such as a loaded wheelbarrow of concrete samples).

Qualifications:

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent
• Required: Strong written and verbal communication and ability to use technology/computer
• Preferred: Active WACEL, ACI, ICC and/or DOT certifications and/or willingness to obtain industry certifications
• 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
• Ability to calculate results from construction materials test data
• Ability to accurately complete lab-testing paperwork
• Ability to follow direction from others and complete tasks as assigned
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, detailed reports, short correspondence and memos
• Ability to work well with others

Who We Are:

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Universal Engineering Sciences is a multi-disciplinary engineering and consulting services firm which specializes in Construction Materials Testing, Geotechnical, Environmental and Structural Engineering as well as Forensic Inspections, Residential and Retaining Wall Design, Subsurface Drilling, Chapter 17 Special Inspections, Advanced AASHTO, ACI, AMRL, CCRL and NCDOT Laboratory Testing.

Why Work at Universal Engineering Sciences?

We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans would apply to you.

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UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drugfree Workplace.

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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Were you referred by a current SUMMIT/UES employee? If so, please list the employee's name.
• Have you ever been convicted of a crime or violation other than a minor traffic infraction? A Conviction record will not necessarily be a bar to employment. Factors such as job relations, age and time of the offense, seriousness and nature of the violation and rehabilitation will be taken into account.

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19