About the role
Pay: $18.00 to $22.00 per hour
Description
Advance Testing Company, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician to work on projects in the Northeastern United States.
Advance Testing, an established New York-based construction materials testing and inspection firm, performs testing and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry and asphalt. Typical assignments include projects related to construction of roads, bridges, airports, tunnels, commercial and industrial buildings, schools, government and military sites, and material fabrication and production facilities.
Successful candidates will be trained and certified to perform sampling and testing of soil, concrete, and asphalt materials for construction sites in a laboratory setting through locally and nationally recognized programs. Once trained and certified, employees are considered full-fledged Laboratory Technicians.
Certifications/training that you may obtain include, but are not limited to:
American Concrete Institute – Aggregate Testing Technician
American Concrete Institute – Concrete Strength Testing Technician
American Concrete Institute – Masonry Field Testing Technician
American Concrete Institute – Masonry Laboratory Testing Technician
American Concrete Institute – Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician Level 1
American Concrete Institute – Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician Level 2
NETTCP Soils & Aggregate Inspector
NETTCP Soils & Aggregate Lab Technician
NETTCP Asphalt Plant Technician
Laboratory Technician - Responsibilities
Perform standard concrete/masonry testing and soils/aggregate testing on materials to ensure the material meets the required specifications.
Mix, sample and test concrete and mortars; handle freshly produced concrete and mortars to perform tests for engineering properties.
Perform soil testing and sampling procedures in accordance with various industry standards, including ASTM, AASHTO, OCOE, and DOT standardized testing methods.
Other related duties as assigned
Requirements
Laboratory Technician - Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or similar
OR
coursework toward a BS in Civil Engineering
Experience in construction materials testing or construction industry preferred (training provided)
Strong focus on safe work practices and adherence to all safety protocols
Strong safety focus, detail-oriented, and able to work independently
Valid, clean driver’s license required
Laboratory Technician - COMPETITIVE SALARY AND BENEFITS PACKAGE
In addition to providing competitive salaries, Advance Testing Company, Inc. offers a wide range of benefit options, including:
Overtime offered at time and a half
Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, prescription, dental, vision after 90 days of full-time employment
Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
Company paid offset to out-of-pocket health insurance and prescription costs
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
Paid time off and sick days
Paid training and certifications
Company observed paid holidays
AFLAC plans including short and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, et al.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Salary Range - $18-20 per hour
All positions may require lifting and/or physical activities, including lifting of up to 75 lbs., walking/working on uneven surfaces, and driving to and from job sites. The majority of our laboratory work is conducted indoors but occasionally it may be outdoors, in all weather conditions. Work hours vary, but include day, night and weekend shifts.