Concrete Lab Technician

Tremco Construction Products Group • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The Concrete Admixture Products Group is seeking a Concrete Lab Technician to conduct chemical, engineering, and physical laboratory tests, primarily using experimental designs. The work supports development of new products, improvement of existing products, evaluation of competitive materials, and analysis of test data. The position works under the direct supervision of the Concrete Laboratory Manager. The successful candidate is computer literate, self-motivated, and able to work in a team environment.

The technician works in a laboratory setting, follows strict safety protocols, and maintains a clean, organized workspace. The role routinely requires lifting and moving materials weighing 50 pounds or more. Work schedules and hours may vary according to workload and business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, with 1–3 months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret English-language documents, including safety rules, industry standards and specifications such as ACI and ASTM, operating instructions, maintenance manuals, and procedural documents.
• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• Proficiency with basic arithmetic using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; ability to calculate and interpret ratios, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume; and basic understanding and application of algebraic and geometric concepts.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities, work effectively on a team, remain self-motivated, and learn quickly.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including fluency in reading, writing, and communicating in English.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules and hours based on workload and business needs.
• Ability to routinely lift and move materials weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to adhere to laboratory safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Responsibilities

• Set up laboratory equipment and clean molds and instrumentation needed for tests, research, or process control.
• Conduct chemical, physical, and engineering tests on experimental formulas and competitive products.
• Document test and analysis results and maintain laboratory books appropriately.
• Complete, maintain, and process relevant paperwork and records.
• Prepare experimental products according to standardized formulas or experimental procedures.
• Test and analyze concrete, cementitious repair products, grout, MCP, cement, and other raw materials to determine their physical, chemical, and engineering properties.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Parental leave
• 401(k) with company match
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Generous vacation and holiday time
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Annual bonus program based on a percentage of salary, determined by education and experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED