Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Ttl-Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

TTL is seeking a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician in Nashville, TN. You will perform laboratory work per ASTM/AASHTO standard procedures, handling soils, aggregates, concrete, and related materials.

Responsibilities include data compilation, reporting, testing, equipment calibration, and maintaining safety protocols. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (college coursework preferred), proficiency with MS Office, and experience with Bentley gINT and AutoCAD is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience in Bentley gINT and AutoCAD preferred.
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing.
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping and detailed laboratory analyses, reports, and field notes.
• Work additional hours and weekends to complete tasks on or ahead of schedule.
• Be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Develop skills required for specialized laboratory testing.
• Compile accurate and detailed data, reports, and laboratory analyses.
• Perform calculations utilizing basic mathematical skills.
• Maintain routine laboratory instruments and testing equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and relevant ASTM standards.
• Use correct techniques and materials in accordance with industry standards, (e.g., ASTM AASHTO).
• Perform or schedule the calibration of testing equipment and maintain calibration records.
• Respond to proficiency testing non-conformities.
• Perform testing during on-site assessments by AMRL and CCRL representatives.
• Demonstrates compliance with all required safety protocols.
• Attend weekly safety meetings or topics.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Bentley gINT

AutoCAD

Job description

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Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1418

Founded in 1964, TTL is an engineering design firm focused on delivering integrated infrastructure solutions for public and private clients. From site and corridor selection to due diligence, design, and construction services, TTL is a trusted partner providing single-sourced custom solutions for complex infrastructure development. With more than 500 team members across the Southern United States, TTL provides a wide range of services including civil and geotechnical engineering; transportation design and CEI; environmental consulting and remediation; construction materials engineering and testing; and surveying, GIS and mapping services.

At TTL, we are driven to serve our clients, driven to serve our communities, and driven to serve each other. TTL not only provides a great work/life balance, but we provide excellent employee benefits such as a robust health & dental plan, vision, 401(k), flexible spending accounts, and generous paid time off (PTO) accrual.

Construction Materials Laboratory Technician – Nashville, TN

Perform laboratory work in accordance with applicable ASTM and AASHTO standard procedures. Receives instructions on lab testing to be performed from supervisors, project professionals, and other technicians. Activities and materials typically encountered include but are not limited to tests for density, moisture content, permeability, gradation, consolidation, and strength with regard to soils, aggregates, flyash, rock cores, concrete, and masonry block.

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Responsibilities:

• Develop skills required for specialized laboratory testing
• Compile accurate and detailed data, reports, and laboratory analyses
• Perform calculations utilizing basic mathematical skills
• Maintain routine laboratory instruments and testing equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and relevant ASTM standards
• Use correct techniques and materials in accordance with industry standards, (e.g., ASTM AASHTO)
• Perform or schedule the calibration of testing equipment at the frequency required by the ASTM and AASHTO standards and also maintains the official records for the calibration activities
• Respond to AMRL and CCRL proficiency testing non-conformities
• Perform the testing for relevant ASTM's during on site assessments by both AMRL and CCRL representatives
• Demonstrates compliance with all required safety protocols
• Attends or completes weekly safety meetings or topics

Requirements:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent. College coursework or degree preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, particularly: Word, Excel, & Outlook
• Experience in Bentley gINT and AutoCAD preferred
• Communicate clearly both orally and in writing
• Maintain accurate recordkeeping and detailed laboratory analyses, reports, and field notes
• Work additional hours and weekends to complete tasks on or ahead of schedule
• Keep work areas orderly and assigned equipment and vehicles clean and in good working order
• Be responsive and professional when interacting with clients
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance along with polite and respectful behavior
• Demonstrate compliance with all required safety protocol
• Detail-oriented and organized with electronic information as well as physical samples
• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

This position is subject to a pre-employment drug and motor vehicle record check.