Field Lab Technician - Travel-Heavy Gravel Testing

Fisher Industries; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisher Industries is seeking a Lab Technician to collect samples, test pit run gravel and aggregates, and support field operations across remote sites. The role requires measuring materials, mapping gravel sources, and coordinating with foremen and engineers to ensure specifications are met.

Travel is extensive to remote pits and plants, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork. CDL may be preferred and a high school diploma is required for consideration.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver's License, CDL preferred.
• Require extensive overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Travel to remote locations to collect and test pits, run gravel, and processed aggregates.
• Communicate with the plant foreman regarding material specifications.
• Assist plant foreman with equipment modifications to produce material within project requirements.
• Communicate with prime contractors and project engineers on gravel specifications.
• Measure quantities of materials produced.
• Measure and map new and existing gravel sources.
• Prospect for new gravel sources.
• Assist the crews with setup and tearing down portable plants.
• Comply with company's safety standards and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent math skills

Team player with good work ethic

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fisher Industries is seeking a Lab Technician to collect samples, test pit run gravel and aggregates, and support field operations across remote sites. The role requires measuring materials, mapping gravel sources, and coordinating with foremen and engineers to ensure specifications are met.

Travel is extensive to remote pits and plants, with emphasis on safety, accuracy, and teamwork. CDL may be preferred and a high school diploma is required for consideration.