Materials Lab Technician

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC; Locust Grove (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Construction Materials Lab Technician to join their team in Locust Grove, GA. This role involves performing essential laboratory tests on concrete and aggregate materials to ensure compliance with industry standards. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and offers competitive benefits. With a focus on quality and safety, this position is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented and passionate about contributing to impactful projects in civil engineering.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Certification reimbursement

Paid time off

Company paid life insurance

401K retirement with matching

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in performing tests on construction materials.
• Ability to maintain detailed documentation of test results.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests on concrete and construction materials to determine properties.
• Compile test data into comprehensive reports for project managers.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control Procedures

Documentation Skills

Safety Protocols

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Concrete Testing Equipment

Calibrating Equipment

Job description

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NOVA Engineering is hiring a dedicated and detail-oriented Construction Materials Lab Technician in our Locust Grove, GA office on the south side of Atlanta. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of laboratory tests on concrete and aggregate materials to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications.

Job Duties:

• Perform tests on concrete and construction materials (soils, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, etc) to determine its physical and engineering properties.
• Prepare concrete samples for testing according to ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and project-specific standards.
• Accurately record test results and maintain detailed documentation.
• Ensure testing equipment is calibrated and maintained in good working condition.
• Monitor and enforce quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
• Compile test data into comprehensive reports and communicate findings to project managers and engineers.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
  
  

Preferred Certifications:

• American Concrete Institute (ACI) certifications are preferred (Strength Testing, Aggregate, Base Testing, etc)
• GDOT and ICC certifications are also a huge plus
  
  

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
• Certification reimbursement and incentive program
• 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.

About Nova

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, largely in the southeastern United States. Since our founding, NOVA has added additional service lines such as Facilities and Building Envelope, Forensics, Municipal and more. We are dedicated to providing a wide variety of projects and services with an emphasis on collaboration and safety. We offer a stimulating and inspiring work environment where our employees are recognized for their efforts and achievements and are mentored for professional growth.

Currently, NOVA employs 650+ personnel in 19 offices serving clients throughout the southeastern United States and beyond. Our firm has professional and administrative support staff that includes registered professional engineers, registered professional geologists, environmental scientists, registered roof observers, LEED accredited professionals, soil/foundation engineers, laboratory specialists, materials technicians, ICC-certified inspectors, NICET-certified technicians, and AWS-certified welding inspectors. NOVA’s facilities include AASHTO-accredited laboratories in soils, concrete, aggregate and hot-mix asphalt testing/inspection. We also have CCRL-inspected laboratories for concrete sampling, curing, and testing. NOVA will continue to expand its reach and reputation as a leader in the testing, inspection, and consulting fields with a strong legacy of quality and integrity by promoting our best internal resources and recruiting a diverse culture of valued and exceptional talent.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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