Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

TTL Inc • Nashville, TN

8h • Onsite

About The Position

Perform laboratory work in accordance with applicable ASTM and AASHTO standard procedures. Receives instructions on lab testing to be performed from supervisors, project professionals, and other technicians. Activities and materials typically encountered include but are not limited to tests for density, moisture content, permeability, gradation, consolidation, and strength with regard to soils, aggregates, flyash, rock cores, concrete, and masonry block.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent. College coursework or degree preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, particularly: Word, Excel, & Outlook
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping and detailed laboratory analyses, reports, and field notes
• Work additional hours and weekends to complete tasks on or ahead of schedule
• Keep work areas orderly and assigned equipment and vehicles clean and in good working order
• Be responsive and professional when interacting with clients
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance along with polite and respectful behavior
• Demonstrate compliance with all required safety protocol
• Detail-oriented and organized with electronic information as well as physical samples
• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• College coursework or degree preferred.
• Experience in Bentley gINT and AutoCAD preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop skills required for specialized laboratory testing
• Compile accurate and detailed data, reports, and laboratory analyses
• Perform calculations utilizing basic mathematical skills
• Maintain routine laboratory instruments and testing equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and relevant ASTM standards
• Use correct techniques and materials in accordance with industry standards, (e.g., ASTM AASHTO)
• Perform or schedule the calibration of testing equipment at the frequency required by the ASTM and AASHTO standards and also maintains the official records for the calibration activities
• Respond to AMRL and CCRL proficiency testing non-conformities
• Perform the testing for relevant ASTM's during on site assessments by both AMRL and CCRL representatives
• Demonstrates compliance with all required safety protocols
• Attends or completes weekly safety meetings or topics

Benefits

• robust health & dental plan
• vision
• 401(k)
• flexible spending accounts
• generous paid time off (PTO) accrual

What This Job Offers

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