Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

TTL, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & dental plan

Vision coverage

401(k)

Flexible spending accounts

PTO accrual

Job summary

TTL, Inc. in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician to perform laboratory testing per ASTM/AASHTO standards on soils, aggregates, flyash, rock cores, concrete, and masonry block, compiling data and reports.

You will help maintain instruments, follow safety protocols, and support field notes and recordkeeping while working with project professionals and other technicians. Strong MS Office skills and safety mindset are required.

Qualifications

• 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
• Be able to lift and 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 per ASTM standards
• Use correct techniques and materials per industry standards (e.g., ASTM AASHTO)
• Calibrate testing equipment and maintain calibration records
• Respond to proficiency testing non-conformities
• Perform testing during on-site assessments by AMRL/CCRL
• Follow safety protocols and participate in safety meetings

Skills

Laboratory testing

Data recording & reporting

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Detail-oriented

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College coursework preferred

Tools

Bentley gINT

AutoCAD

Job description

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.

For more information, please go to www.ttlusa.com .

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.

TTL is an EEO/AAP employer.