Quality Control Lab Technician

CalPortland • San Diego, CA

1d • $28

About The Position

The Quality Control Lab Technician will perform quality control testing and reporting duties in the concrete and concrete aggregates testing laboratory. BenefitsCalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED
• DOT Soils and Aggregate Certification
• ACI Strength Testing Certification and ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1
• Obtain and maintain the following:
• ACI Concrete Strength Testing (within six (6) months in position)
• DOT Soil and Aggregate and/or ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1 (within 1 year in position)
• Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, sitting, stretching, vibration, twisting, pushing/pulling of controls, and riding on rough terrain, use of hand tools such as wrenches and screwdrivers, driving/walking on uneven ground, and climbing stairs
• Frequent lifting up to 75 pounds, occasional lifting of 100 pounds
• May be exposed to extremes of hot or cold weather and be able to work in wet environments
• Must be able to work flexible hours with varying start and stop times
• Overtime work will be required as needed by the company
• Must meet OSHA 10 guidelines and be able to follow all CalPortland Safety Policies
• ANSI-approved PPE will be provided and must be used when required
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English
• Able to work cooperatively with others
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• Technician subject to random drug and alcohol screens as required by the company
• May be required to perform Field Technician duties based on business need
• Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) registration/clearance as well as ongoing alcohol and drug testing.

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite and SAP software

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of stripping, curing, capping, and compression testing in the concrete and concrete aggregates testing lab
• Report concrete cylinder strength test results according to ACI standards
• Process aggregate field test samples and reduce to the appropriate testing size
• Concrete testing to include temperature, slump, density, air content, cylinders, etc.
• Perform gradation tests on rock and sand samples along with additional tests such as durability, moisture, cleanliness value, #200 wash, sand equivalency, specific gravities, and absorptions
• Enter test results daily into a computer database and distribute reports to appropriate individuals
• Gather cement, fly ash, and aggregate materials at production plants in preparation for concrete trial batch tests
• Accurately weigh up each material as listed in the trial batch sheets and set up equipment for trial testing
• Conduct scheduled calibrations on test equipment per the calibration schedule
• Always maintain work area and office equipment in a safe and clean condition
• Troubleshoot job problems and handle job complaints (out-of-spec aggregates, low breaks, Schmidt hammer, cracking, coring)
• Analyze aggregate and strength reports and identify trends
• Work directly with suppliers, vendors, and internal customers, as necessary

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• low-cost premiums even for family coverage
• Company-paid life/AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short-term disability
• Paid sick/vacation/holiday
• 401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees