Entry-Level Construction Materials Lab Technician

Olsson; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and design firm seeks a role in their Construction Materials Testing Lab, essential for ensuring material quality and durability. This position involves routine laboratory testing, teamwork, and pursuing certifications, contributing to safety and regulatory compliance in construction projects. Enjoy a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and a strong commitment to community impact.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) match

Wellness program

Bonus system

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Willingness to pursue technician certifications from KDOT, MoDOT, ACI, and others.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving history.
• Experience in construction or laboratory setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing of construction materials and prepare specimens.
• Maintain precise records of testing procedures and operate laboratory equipment.
• Engage in ongoing training for skill enhancement.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree from a technical or four-year school

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Our Construction Materials Testing Lab is essential for ensuring the quality and durability of materials used in construction projects. In our lab, various materials like concrete, soil, and asphalt are tested to verify their strength, composition, and performance standards. By providing accurate and reliable test results, the lab helps ensure that our clients' projects meet safety and regulatory requirements, contributing to the overall integrity and longevity of their construction efforts.

In this role, you will be responsible for conducting routine laboratory testing of construction materials, meticulously preparing specimens for testing, and upholding high standards of quality control under the guidance of senior technical staff. Collaborating with the team, you will also work towards obtaining technician certifications from industry organizations such as the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), and the American Concrete Institute (ACI). Maintaining precise records of testing procedures, operating laboratory equipment, and actively engaging in ongoing training for skill enhancement will be integral to your success in contributing to the overall efficiency of the laboratory.

Watch our video to learn more : Careers in Construction Materials Testing

Qualifications

You are passionate about :

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team :

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Adept in verbal and written communication.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Willingness to pursue and obtain technician certifications from reputable industry groups such as KDOT, MoDOT, ACI, and others.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving history.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Associates degree from a technical or four-year school, preferred, but not required.
• Experience in construction or a laboratory setting, preferred, but not required.

Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we're here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you'll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you'll :

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note : The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https : / / www.olsson.com / internships.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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