Laboratory Technician (Concrete)

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is hiring a Construction Materials Lab Technician for their Forest Park GDOT laboratory in Georgia. This role involves conducting QA/QC tests on construction materials, on-site inspections, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates must possess ACI certification and experience with concrete mix design, with opportunities for professional development in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance including dental and vision

Professional growth and advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Company-observed paid holidays

Company paid life insurance for employees and family

Short-term disability coverage

401K retirement with company matching

Wellness program with incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must have ACI Strength Certification and experience with concrete mix design.
• Preferred experience in asphalt lab with GDOT QCT level I certification.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document tests on construction materials accurately.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure it is calibrated properly.
• Perform on-site inspections and maintain detailed records.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Concrete Mix Design

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

ACI Strength Certification

Job description

Norcross, GA 30071
Norcross, GA 30071, USA

Description

NOVA Engineering is seeking aConstruction Materials Lab Technicians to be based at the Forest Park GDOT laboratory. Must have ACI Strength Certification and experience with concrete mix design.

These candidates will be providing quality assurance/quality control testing for a variety transportation projects, but any commercial experience is very beneficial. Successful candidates must perform on site observations/inspections, collect samples per GDOT, ACI, and ASTM requirements, perform specific QA/QC tests on construction materials and transportation components, and maintain detail records of observations, inspections, and test results.

Job Duties:

• Conduct and document tests on various construction materials with precision and attention to detail. While you collaborate with experienced colleagues, you'll also work independently, ensuring test results are logical, complete, and ready for review.
• Ensure all laboratory equipment is well-maintained and properly calibrated. Your role will be vital in keeping the lab running efficiently and ensuring the accuracy of our testing processes.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Must have ACI Strength Certification and experience with concrete mix design
• Preferred experience in an asphalt lab (GDOT QCT level I certification would be a plus)
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)

Check out our Perks:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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