Materials Testing Lab Technician

RK&K•Richmond, VA

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

RK&K is currently hiring a talented, team-oriented Transportation Technician to join our Construction, Engineering, and Inspection (CEI) team in the Burgaw, NC area to work on some of the region’s most exciting projects! Projects include greenways, roadways, bridges, and more! Essential Functions Transportation Technician - Geomaterials Laboratory Technician will be responsible for quality assurance of soils, aggregates and concrete materials used in NCDOT projects operating in Division 3. The candidate would be tasked with testing geomaterial samples according to the procedures of the Materials and Tests Unit of NCDOT. Experience with lab testing procedures in NC, SC, GA, TN, or VA is needed. Certifications or the ability to gain certifications related to soils, aggregates, and concrete are required.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of experience on transportation-focused construction projects with elements such as laboratory materials testing, earthwork, paving, and/or structures. Those currently pursuing a degree are also invited to apply.
Ability to read and interpret contract specifications
Ability to read and follow test specifications
Ability to maintain thorough documentation
Strong abilities with basic math, including area, volume, and the ability to convert between units
Excellent driving record
Willingness to work nights and weekends as required
Candidates must also be trustworthy, responsible, dependable, and willing to work independently as well as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree or higher in a related field (Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Surveying, etc.)
Experience working on NCDOT projects
NCDOT certifications: Concrete Field Technician (including ACI Certification) ABC Sampling Technician Borrow Pit Sampling Technician Conventional Density Sampling Technician Introduction to Asphalt Pavements QMS Roadway Technician
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety