Lab Technician (Asphalt Plant)

PJ Dick-Trumbull-Lindy Group • Erie, PA

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About The Position

Lindy Paving is seeking detail-driven, motivated Plant Lab Technicians to join its Quality Control team in the Greater Pittsburgh region. This hands-on role supports the quality of materials used to build roads and infrastructure by testing construction materials, including Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA), following established quality-control procedures, analyzing results, and helping identify and correct quality issues. The technician maintains accurate documentation and calibrates, cleans, and maintains laboratory equipment while supporting continuous improvement and team development.

The role is suited to someone who enjoys working with their hands, analyzing data, and working in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be prepared to work overtime, nights, and weekends as needed, follow safety policies and procedures, and work both independently and as part of a team. Travel between plant locations is required.

Lindy Paving describes itself as a family-owned company and part of the PJ Dick-Trumbull-Lindy family of companies. It offers competitive pay, a benefits package, and opportunities for certification, training, and advancement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between plant locations.
• Willingness to work overtime, nights, and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to following safety policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• NECEPT certification.
• Prior quality-control or construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing on construction materials, including Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA).
• Follow established quality-control procedures and testing standards.
• Analyze test data and help identify and correct quality issues.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Calibrate, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Support continuous improvement and team development.
• Travel between plant locations as needed.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) with company contributions.
• Annual bonus and profit sharing.
• Opportunities for certification, training, and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED