Engineering Lab Technician

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Devils Lake District, Devils Lake Construction, Devils Lake, ND, is seeking Engineering Lab Technicians to help shape North Dakota’s transportation future. The role involves independent lab and field testing of aggregates, asphalt, soils, and related materials, with emphasis on quality control and exam certification.

Starting salary listed: $5699 per month. Qualified candidates will have at least six years of experience in construction inspection, surveying, or material testing, with

Qualifications

• At least six years of work experience in construction inspection, surveying, or material testing.
• College coursework and/or degree in engineering or related field may substitute for the required work experience.
• Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process, required job function screening and reference check.

Responsibilities

• Perform independent assurance laboratory and field testing.
• Prepare clear and accurate testing results and maintain proper records.
• Evaluate sampling and testing procedures and equipment checks.
• Coordinate with Materials Coordinator on equipment requirements, specifications, certifications and testing results.
• Calibration and maintenance of testing and engineering equipment.
• Issue and verify field lab testing operations and reports.

Skills

Construction inspection

Surveying

Material testing

Education

Engineering or related field degree

Relevant college coursework substitute for experience

Tools

Testing equipment calibration

Quality control labs

Job description

Summary Of Work

Devils Lake District, Devils Lake Construction, Devils Lake, ND

Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation!

Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do. If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today!

NDDOT Starting Salary: $5699 per month*

• We're looking for someone with all types of knowledge and skill level related to Engineering Technology/Highway Construction skills to join our team! Salary is dependent on experience.

Aggregate, Bituminous, Concrete, Soil Assurance Testing

• Perform Independent Assurance Laboratory and field testing.
• Prepare clear and accurate testing results and maintain proper records.
• Evaluate sampling and testing procedures and equipment checks.
• Maintain frequent contact with the Materials Coordinator regarding equipment, requirements, specifications, certifications, testing results, etc.

Asphalt Mix Design Verification

• Verify the specific gravities of each aggregate component from samples supplied by the Contractor.
• Run sieve analysis of each aggregate component and compare results with Contractor results.
• Determine if all gradation and physical property tests meet the required tolerances.
• Conduct Rice and bulk specific gravity tests to calculate air void content.
• Determine optimum asphalt content of the mixture and determine if it meets the required tolerances.

TTQP Training And Other Duties

• Ensure personnel located in Quality Control and Quality Assurance (QC/QA) testing laboratories are fully qualified and capable of conducting the appropriate sampling and testing procedures.
• Achieve and maintain Level III (Examiner) material testing certification
• Administer exams and qualify testing personnel as required in the FS & TM and maintain proper records.
• Perform milestone and miscellaneous coring of roadways within the district boundaries.
• Show new employees testing procedures, frequency of tests, forms and reporting and filing test results.

District & Field Lab Certification

• Calibration and Maintenance of all testing and engineering equipment.
• Issue and check on the proper care and use of field laboratory and survey equipment.
• Monitor equipment records indicate all repairs and calibration dates for all testing equipment.
• Maintain equipment inventory and calibration records.
• Assure all other laboratory equipment that is used on location is calibrated properly.
• Perform inspection of field labs.

Procurement Officer For Devils Lake District Construction

• Procure essential equipment and materials needed for construction tasks.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for an Engineering Lab Technician, you must have at least six years of work experience in construction inspection, surveying, or material testing. College-level coursework and/or degree in an engineering or related field reflecting the required abilities for this position may be substituted for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis.

Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process, required job function screening and reference check.

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