Concrete & Soils Lab Technician — Precision Testing & Growth

Construction Material Testing; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Laboratory Technician to convert field samples into precise numbers for Proctor curves, sieve analyses, Atterberg limits, moisture contents, and compressive strength. You will work within a documented AASHTO R18 quality system with calibrated equipment and full accountability for every result.

The role involves logging samples, breaking cylinders, and reporting strength results the same day, with training provided.

Qualifications

• Must be precise and methodical with documentation.
• Willingness to learn and train in lab methods.
• Able to perform repetitive, precision-based tasks accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform ASTM D698, D1557, D2216, D4318, C136, and C39 testing.
• Maintain calibration, standardization, and quality records.
• Log samples and preserve chain of custody.
• Break cylinders and report strength results the same day.
• Support proficiency programs and accreditation assessments.

Skills

Careful hands

Documentation habits

Mechanical aptitude

Repetitive precision

Tools

Calibrated equipment

AASHTO R18

Job description

Construction Material Testing is seeking a Laboratory Technician to convert field samples into precise numbers for Proctor curves, sieve analyses, Atterberg limits, moisture contents, and compressive strength. You will work within a documented AASHTO R18 quality system with calibrated equipment and full accountability for every result.

The role involves logging samples, breaking cylinders, and reporting strength results the same day, with training provided.