Quality Control Soils Laboratory Technician

Arcosa Careers • Rosharon, TX

20h • Onsite

About The Position

This role involves receiving, labeling, and preparing soil samples for laboratory testing. The technician will perform various tests, operate laboratory equipment, record data accurately, and verify calculations. Maintaining a clean and safe work area, communicating results, and participating in training are also key responsibilities. The position may also involve transporting samples and performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong math and measurement skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to drive within the Greater Houston Area
• Willingness to follow ASTM/AASHTO/TxDOT procedures and written instructions
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in a physical laboratory environment
• Ability to stand, sit, stoop, bend for several hours per day and work for long periods without a break
• Ability to work in dusty, noisy environment

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s/Bachelor’s in science or engineering
• Experience in a soils / geotechnical / construction materials lab
• Familiarity with TxDOT, City of Houston, and Harris County testing procedures
• Experience with Proctors, Atterberg limits, sieve analysis, or hydrometer analysis
• NICET Soils Level I or II certification or interest in obtaining
• TxDOT SB101, 103, 201, 202 certification or interest in obtaining
• Experience with LIMS or QC digital data entry systems

Responsibilities

• Receive, label, and prepare soil samples for laboratory testing
• Perform tests including moisture content, Atterberg limits, Proctors, sieve analysis, hydrometer, and density calculations
• Operate laboratory equipment (ovens, balances, compactors, shakers, hydrometers, etc.)
• Record test data accurately on worksheets, spreadsheets, or LIMS
• Verify calculations for dry density, percent passing, corrections, and classification data
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and equipment
• Communicate unusual or nonconforming results to leadership
• Participate in certification and competency training
• Transport samples from plant locations to lab for testing
• Perform other duties as assigned or required

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Opportunity for annual performance increases
• 401k program with employer matching
• Room for growth and career advancement
• Health insurance
• Dental & vision Insurance
• Paid life insurance
• Paid short term/long term disability
• Paid vacation and sick time
• 11 paid holidays

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