Asphalt Technician I
About The Position
The Asphalt Technician I performs complete assays of asphalt products using ASTM and AASHTO standards to generate analysis certificates and support product quality. This role carries out physical and chemical tests on asphalt binders and emulsions to support product development efforts. The technician will assist asphalt scientists with research studies and experiments by collecting data, and will participate in the AASHTO resource accreditation process and proficiency sample program. Responsibilities also include operating, calibrating, and performing basic maintenance on testing equipment, assisting with lab production and testing of asphalt emulsions and modified binders, and evaluating physical properties of industrial products as needed. The role requires clear communication in written and spoken English, maintaining a detailed laboratory notebook, assisting with project file data entry, and maintaining cleanliness of work areas. The technician must demonstrate an acceptable level of knowledge of laboratory safety and observe and comply with all Hunt safety policies and procedures. Other tasks as designated by supervision may also be assigned.
Requirements
- An associate degree and two years of experience testing asphalt binders/emulsions or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must have a valid driver license
- Must qualify with the Asphalt Institute as a national binder and emulsion technician
- Analytical and critical reasoning skills to evaluate test results, recognize abnormal or inconsistent data, and determine whether discrepancies may be due to data errors, instrument calibration issues, or other factors
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds maximum infrequently, lift and carry up to 30 pounds frequently
- Requires reaching, handling, fingering and feeling
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, and/or crouch on an infrequent basis
- Walks and stands on tile floors for the majority of the workday
Nice To Haves
- Previous asphalt binder/emulsion testing certifications with professional laboratory experience is preferred
Responsibilities
- Performs complete assay of asphalt products using ASTM and AASHTO standards to generate analysis certificates and support product quality
- Carries out physical and chemical tests on asphalt binders and emulsions to support product development efforts
- Assists asphalt scientists with research studies and experiments by collecting data
- Participates in the AASHTO resource accreditation process and proficiency sample program
- Operates, calibrates, and performs basic maintenance on testing equipment
- Assists with the lab production and testing of asphalt emulsions and modified binders
- Evaluates physical properties of industrial products as needed
- Communicates clearly in written and spoken English
- Keeps a detailed laboratory notebook
- Assists with project file data entry
- Maintains cleanliness of work areas
- Demonstrates acceptable level of knowledge of laboratory safety
- Observes and complies with all Hunt safety policies and procedures
- Performs other tasks as designated by supervision
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
