Laboratory Technician - Experienced - White River Junction

S. W. Cole Engineering, Inc.•White River Junction, VT

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are currently accepting applications for a Laboratory Technician to be based at our office in White River Junction, Vermont. As a Laboratory Technician you will work in the lab and in the field performing construction materials testing on samples of soil, concrete, masonry, asphalt, aggregate and other materials associated with a variety of construction projects, and reporting the results. You’ll also help maintain and organize the laboratory, visit field projects, and pick up samples from clients and project sites. You will typically work Monday through Friday, with occasional weekend work opportunities based on project needs. If you have experience with construction materials testing, are looking for an opportunity to work in a team environment, and an opportunity for growth, we train and support our team's professional development and skills by seeking certifications for construction materials testing. We provide opportunities for extensive training and job experience to develop your skills and expertise and support your professional development to help you earn industry specific certifications. We also offer opportunities to fuel your growth and advancement in the company including an internal leadership development program, Stephen W. Cole Emerging Leaders Program. We are a hardworking group with a passion for construction whose focus is to provide high quality services to our clients while helping each other reach our goals.

Requirements

Prior experience with construction materials testing.
Valid certifications and licenses related to construction materials testing required, such as ACI Concrete Testing Grade I, NETTCP, and/or ICC General Requirements and Special inspections.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic math skills.
Ability to write or type observations and test results.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer.
Safely conduct yourself and the equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a team environment.
Looking for an opportunity for growth.

Responsibilities

Perform construction materials testing on samples of soil, concrete, masonry, asphalt, aggregate and other materials.
Report test results.
Maintain and organize the laboratory.
Visit field projects.
Pick up samples from clients and project sites.
Drive to pick up samples at a job site or perform materials testing in the field on an occasional and as-needed basis.

Benefits

Health, disability, and retirement benefit offerings.
Compensation for travel time to project sites.
Reimbursement for mileage if personal vehicle is used for travel.
Medical, dental and vision insurance.
Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match.
8 paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) accrued each week.
Paid short- and long-term disability and basic life insurance.
401k with employer match and profit sharing.
Voluntary life insurance.
Critical Illness and Accident protection plans.
Mobile phone stipend.
Tuition reimbursement.
Safety toe shoe program and an allowance to use at our company clothing store.
Three options for travelling between our office and job sites for field-based team members – 1) Use your own suitable vehicle and we compensate you for your time and mileage. 2) Use one of our company trucks. 3) Join our Company Vehicle Program, which includes an allotment for personal use.