Position Overview

On the job training will be provided for this entry-level position. This position supports the Construction Materials and Geotechnical Laboratories by performing tests on soil, rock, or concrete samples for engineering/construction applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Testing of soil, aggregate, or concrete
• Perform data calculations
• Other duties as directed by the Laboratory Manager and/or Assistant Laboratory Manager

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Experience in a laboratory setting is preferred but not required
• Clean driving record with no more than two driving violations in the last 36 months

Skills and Abilities:

• Need to work well as a team member and/or group leader
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions for test method compliance and project management direction
• Able to multitask when needed
• Flexibility and willingness to modify personal schedule as required to meeting deadlines
• Basic math and computer skills required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Job Type:

• Full-time, M-F 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Overtime is routinely required 

Physical Requirements:

Physical Ability

• Stand, walk, push, pull, twist, reach overhead, bending, crawling, climbing; lift minimum of 80 pounds

Visual Ability

• Visual accommodation necessary for reading instructions/materials necessary to perform functions of job

Hearing Ability

• Ability to monitor sounds for changes in machine function

Work Conditions

• Work exposes the employee to laboratory testing devices, dust, soil and other external environment factors