Laboratory Technician - Washington, DC

Hillis-Carnes • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

HURRY! $500 SIGN-ON BONUS $$$ for all new hires! An additional bonus for one year of service! Founded in 2015, Hillis-Carnes Capitol Services, PLLC (HCCS) is a top-tier, multi-disciplined, employee-owned, engineering firm with a demonstrated history of success! We're looking for motivated candidates to fill the role Laboratory Technician in our office located in Washington, DC. Competitive starting pay based on prior experience, and $500 signing bonus! This is a great starting role in the engineering and construction industries!

Requirements

• High School degree or GED equivalent (Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geology a plus)
• Ability to meet pre-employment criteria, including motor vehicle record.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematic computations.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 60-80 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Valid (ACI, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, etc.) certifications are a plus and will result in higher starting pay!

Responsibilities

• Assisting in processing concrete test cylinders (stripping, logging, and curing).
• Assisting in performing compressive strength testing of concrete test cylinders.
• Calibrating field testing equipment.
• Maintain field equipment inventory.
• Report laboratory testing results to the project team verbally or in writing.
• Interacting with senior staff members on a variety of projects, as needed.
• Support a clean, safe, efficient laboratory environment.
• Successfully complete necessary certifications (company-paid) to perform laboratory testing tasks.
• Pay raises will be provided for successful completion of certifications!

Benefits

• $500 signing bonus!
• Competitive starting pay based on prior experience.
• Overtime work available.
• Company stock as an employee owner!
• 100% Employer-Paid Benefits, that include including Long-Term Disability, Basic Life & Employee Assistance Program).
• Healthcare and dental insurance (w/ Health Savings Account Option)
• Disability insurance
• 401k with Company Match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Generous compensation for Employee-Referrals.
• $250 sign-on bonus paid after successfully completing 90 days; $250 paid after one year of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees