Laboratory Technician - Internship/Co-op

Advance Testing, A SOCOTEC Company; Campbell Hall (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company housing

Overtime paid at time and a half

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid training and certifications

AFLAC plans including disability coverage

Job summary

A construction materials testing firm in New York is looking for a full-time Laboratory Technician for an Internship/Co-op. This role involves performing testing on construction materials like soils and concrete, with comprehensive training and certifications provided. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or an associate degree in a related field, strong safety focus, and the ability to work independently. Competitive salary of $18-20 per hour with various benefits including housing and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associate degree in relevant fields or coursework towards a BS in Civil Engineering.
• Experience in the construction materials testing preferred, but training provided.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard concrete/masonry testing and soils/aggregate testing.
• Mix, sample, and test concrete and mortars.
• Perform soil testing and sampling procedures in compliance with standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong safety focus

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Job description

Advance Testing Company, Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Laboratory Technician for an Internship/Co-op to work on projects in the Northeastern United States. Advance Testing, an established New York-based construction materials testing and inspection firm, performs testing and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry and asphalt. Typical assignments include projects related to construction of roads, bridges, airports, tunnels, commercial and industrial buildings, schools, government and military sites, and material fabrication and production facilities. Successful candidates will be trained and certified to perform sampling and testing of soil, concrete, and asphalt materials for construction sites in a laboratory setting through locally and nationally recognized programs. Once trained and certified, employees are considered full‑fledged Laboratory Technicians.

Certifications/training that you may obtain include, but are not limited to:

• American Concrete Institute – Aggregate Testing Technician
• American Concrete Institute – Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• American Concrete Institute – Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician Level 1
• NETTCP Soils & Aggregate Inspector

Laboratory Technician – Responsibilities

• Perform standard concrete/masonry testing and soils/aggregate testing on materials to ensure the material meets the required specifications.
• Mix, sample and test concrete and mortars; handle freshly produced concrete and mortars to perform tests for engineering properties.
• Perform soil testing and sampling procedures in accordance with various industry standards, including ASTM, AASHTO, OCOE, and DOT standardized testing methods.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Laboratory Technician – Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Construction Technology, or similar OR coursework toward a BS in Civil Engineering.
• Experience in construction materials testing or construction industry preferred (training provided).
• Strong focus on safe work practices and adherence to all safety protocols.
• Strong safety focus, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently.
• Valid, clean driver’s license required.

Competitive Salary and Benefits Package

In addition to providing competitive salaries, Advance Testing Company, Inc. offers a wide range of benefit options, including:

• Company housing
• Overtime offered at time and a half
• Mileage reimbursement and per diem payments
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, prescription, dental, vision after 90 days of full‑time employment
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
• Company paid offset to out‑of‑pool health insurance and prescription costs
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Paid sick days
• Paid training and certifications
• AFLAC plans including short and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, et al.

Salary Range

$18-20 per hour.

All positions may require lifting and/or physical activities, including lifting of up to 75 lbs., walking/working on uneven surfaces, and driving to and from job sites. The majority of our laboratory work is conducted indoors but occasionally it may be outdoors, in all weather conditions. Work hours vary, but include day, night and weekend shifts.