Lab Supervisor

Come Join our Team • Sterling, VA

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About The Position

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success. We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work. Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team. Join stability. Apply now! Who we are looking for: As a Lab Supervisor you will supervise a team of at least 3 technicians who will carry out a variety of physical tasks to include properly performing, recording and reporting the results of basic laboratory procedures for soils and concrete (for compaction, particle size, quality, and chemical composition). What you'll be doing: Including but not limited to:

Requirements

• 3 years of relevant experience
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Requires in-depth knowledge of tests performed by a soils and materials testing laboratory (ASTM, CTM, AASHTO)
• ACI Level I Concrete, state DOT, or ICC certifications in soils
• Experience supervising a team highly desired
• Ability to multi-task and meat deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams to achieve goals
• Excellent attention to details
• Valid driver’s license and good-standing driving record
• Some travel will be required
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record

Nice To Haves

• Experience supervising a team highly desired

Responsibilities

• Supervising team of 3+ technicians
• Performing complex laboratory tests on soil and preparing reports of results
• Maintaining a log of all samples
• Applying basic mathematical formulas and concepts to calculate quantities, estimate volumes, and inspect constructed work
• Entering test results into a web-based computer program
• Calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment
• Communicating with clients, contractors, engineers and technicians regarding construction laboratory testing
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Company Cell Phone + Tablet

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees