Asphalt/Aggregate Lab Technician

Knife River Corporation; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their testing team. In this role, you will collect, prepare, and analyze samples to determine their characteristics using specialized laboratory equipment. This position offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience while ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations. The company values its employees and is committed to providing the necessary training for success. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy working independently, this is a great opportunity to contribute to a team that builds strong communities.

Qualifications

• High school education required; AAS in civil engineering preferred.
• Valid driver's license and SDDOT certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing of products according to pre-set procedures.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Education

AAS Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and go home safety each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

JOB SUMMARY

Collect, prepare, test and analyze samples in order to determine gradation and characteristics, using laboratory apparatus and testing equipment.

EDUCATION AND/OR WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1. High School Education.

2. A combination of post-secondary education and experience, or

3. AAS degree in civil engineering desirable, but not required

4. We will train the right person.

5. Valid driver's license is required.

6. SDDOT Aggregate/Asphalt Test Technician certification desirable.

7. Limited same day local travel may be necessary.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conduct testing of Company’s products from various locations according to pre-set procedures.

2. Ensuring tests conform to State and/or ASTM standards.

3. Must be able to work varied hours.

4. Must be able to conduct limited travel.

5. Valid Driver’s License required.

6. Must be able to work independently with little or no direct supervision.

7. Ability to multitask.

8. Ensure OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNR, MSHA, Federal, State, and Local safety and environmental regulation compliance including attending training.

Performs other duties as assigned.