Lab Engineering Technician

Alpha Geotechnical and Materials Inc • Tempe, AZ

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About The Position

Responsibilities include construction materials testing of soils, concrete and asphaltic concrete and other materials in a laboratory.

Maintain certifications for ACI (compressive strength), ATTI (soil and aggregate, and Asphalt), Conduct laboratory testing using the appropriate equipment and methods.

Be able to lift up to 80 pounds of material in a 5 gallon bucket on an occasional basis. Be able to handle construction materials effectively and safely on a routine basis.

Understand and use mathematical formulas to obtain test results. Know how to read construction documents to determine project details and specifications.

Report laboratory test results into spreadsheets and/or database as assigned. Interact with Project Manager, Contractors, Clients, Inspectors and other employees.

Proficient in the use of computers and Microsoft Outlook and Excel programs. Input test data into an Excel spreadsheet and submit project information electronically on a daily basis. Use Outlook to obtain job assignments, communicate with other staff members and manage time.

Requirements

• 1 or more years of experience working in a construction materials laboratory
• Current ACI Compressive Strength certification
• Current ATTI Soil and Aggregate, and Asphalt certifications
• High school diploma or a G.E.D. certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Construction materials testing of soils, concrete and asphaltic concrete and other materials in a laboratory.
• Maintain certifications for ACI (compressive strength), ATTI (soil and aggregate, and Asphalt)
• Conduct laboratory testing using the appropriate equipment and methods.
• Lift up to 80 pounds of material in a 5 gallon bucket on an occasional basis.
• Handle construction materials effectively and safely on a routine basis.
• Understand and use mathematical formulas to obtain test results.
• Read construction documents to determine project details and specifications.
• Report laboratory test results into spreadsheets and/or database as assigned.
• Interact with Project Manager, Contractors, Clients, Inspectors and other employees.
• Use computers and Microsoft Outlook and Excel programs.
• Input test data into an Excel spreadsheet and submit project information electronically on a daily basis.
• Use Outlook to obtain job assignments, communicate with other staff members and manage time.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• PTO
• 401K
• Free Medical plan for employees and eligible dependents after one of employment
• Long term career growth

What This Job Offers

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