Construction Materials Lab Technician – ESOP & Growth

S&Me, Inc.; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision with HSA/FSA

Pet Insurance

ESOP with 5% company contribution

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays and PTO with rollover

Paid Maternity & Parental Leave

Mentorship & Career Development

Credential Incentive Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program

Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

S&Me, Inc. is seeking a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician for our Paducah, Kentucky lab. This full-time role involves hands-on testing of soils, concrete, masonry, and asphalt with experienced mentors, ensuring accurate reporting and equipment upkeep.

The position supports a culture of employee-ownership, safety, and continuous skill development, with opportunities for progression and credential incentives.

Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED; related vocational training, a plus
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a construction materials testing laboratory
• ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician Level II certification, required
• Additional active industry certifications a plus: ACI Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; ICC Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
• Strong math skills with a strong understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure
• Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using English
• Understanding of a fluctuating weekly work schedule depending on project needs

Responsibilities

• Testing and Reporting: Perform and report findings of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt testing in the laboratory under minimal observation of more experienced technicians and/or professionals.
• Equipment: Maintain testing equipment in good working order and perform maintenance and calibration.
• Coordination of Others: May assign testing to other staff on small- to medium-sized projects and perform a preliminary review of their results.

Skills

Math skills

Communication skills

Fluent English

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Electronic reporting software

Job description

S&Me, Inc. is seeking a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician for our Paducah, Kentucky lab. This full-time role involves hands-on testing of soils, concrete, masonry, and asphalt with experienced mentors, ensuring accurate reporting and equipment upkeep.

The position supports a culture of employee-ownership, safety, and continuous skill development, with opportunities for progression and credential incentives.