Hands-On Construction Materials Lab Technician

SOCOTEC, Inc.; Village of Farmingdale (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

SOCOTEC, Inc. is seeking a construction materials tester for our Farmingdale, NY lab. This role involves hands-on testing of concrete, soil, asphalt, and masonry using standard lab methods and equipment.

You will perform tests, record results, and help maintain a clean, calibrated lab environment while working with field support as needed. Training will lead to ACI certification within six months and adaptability in a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn technical testing skills; full training provided.
• You'll be expected to earn your ACI Concrete Lab Testing Certification within 6 months.
• Solid basic math skills.
• Physical capability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly.
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests related to Concrete, Soil, Asphalt, Masonry, and other construction materials in accordance with applicable testing standards/methods.
• Operate and work directly with lab testing equipment (compression machines, sieves, molds, ovens, and more).
• Lift, carry, and move materials and samples as part of daily testing routines.
• Record and report test results accurately, following ASTM and other industry standards.
• Keep the lab running smoothly — cleaning, organizing, and maintaining equipment and workspaces.
• Calibrate and verify lab equipment to ensure testing accuracy.
• Pitch in on field/construction materials testing support when needed.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by your supervisor or manager.

Skills

Hands-on

Lab testing

Communication

Math skills

Education

ACI Concrete Lab Testing Certification within 6 months

Tools

Compression machines

Sieves

Molds

Ovens

Job description

SOCOTEC, Inc. is seeking a construction materials tester for our Farmingdale, NY lab. This role involves hands-on testing of concrete, soil, asphalt, and masonry using standard lab methods and equipment.

You will perform tests, record results, and help maintain a clean, calibrated lab environment while working with field support as needed. Training will lead to ACI certification within six months and adaptability in a dynamic team setting.