Lab Technician (Construction Materials Testing) - Will Train!
About The Position
NOVA Engineering is seeking a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician for their Raleigh, NC location. This role involves performing daily lab work, assisting project managers, aiding with scheduling, and undertaking senior technician duties for transportation-related projects. The position offers training for the right candidate. The successful candidate will be responsible for quality assurance/quality control testing for transportation projects, with commercial experience being a plus. Key duties include on-site observations/inspections, sample collection according to FDOT, ACI, and ASTM standards, performing QA/QC tests on construction materials and transportation components, and maintaining detailed records of all observations, inspections, and test results.
Requirements
- Ability to lift and/or move 35-100 pounds regularly.
- Excellent communication skills (both oral and written).
Nice To Haves
- 2+ years’ construction materials testing experience in a laboratory setting is preferred.
- ACI Concrete Strength Testing certification is desired.
- ACI Aggregate Testing Level I and II certification is desired.
- NCDOT certifications are desired.
- Commercial experience is very beneficial.
Responsibilities
- Conduct and document tests on various construction materials with precision and attention to detail.
- Collaborate with experienced colleagues and work independently to ensure test results are logical, complete, and ready for review.
- Ensure all laboratory equipment is well-maintained and properly calibrated.
- Maintain the efficiency of the lab and ensure the accuracy of testing processes.
Benefits
- Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
- Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
- Certification reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Company–observed paid holidays
- Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
- Company paid short term disability coverage
- Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
- 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
- Wellness program with incentives
- Employee Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
