Materials Laboratory Technician

Twining Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Twining Consulting in Boulder, Colorado, is seeking a Materials Laboratory Technician to join our innovative team. You will photograph and prepare concrete and rock samples for petrographic examination, and perform chemical analysis, while maintaining safety and organized workspaces.

The role offers growth opportunities within the company and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan. Hourly rate is commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Safe operation of power tools and saws.
• Strong detail-oriented mindset and organized.
• Ability to learn petrographic preparation and chemical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Photograph concrete and rock samples.
• Prepare concrete and rock samples for petrographic examination.
• Perform chemical analysis of concrete samples.
• Store, organize and dispose of samples.
• Learn to use and operate cameras, lapidary grinding/polishing tools, saws, and thin section equipment.
• Follow workshop and laboratory safety protocols.
• Maintain clean workspaces and equipment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organization skills

Power tools operation

Independent/Team work

Basic computer skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cameras

Lapidary grinding tools

Polishing tools

Saws

Thin section equipment

Job description

Materials Laboratory Technician - Colorado

Twining Consulting, an innovative laboratory specializing in analysis of construction materials such as concrete and aggregate for more than 20 years, is seeking a skilled, reliable Materials Laboratory Technician to join our growing company in Boulder, Colorado.

Responsibilities will include the following:

• Photographing of concrete and rock samples.
• Preparation of concrete and rock samples for petrographic examination.
• Performance of chemical analysis of concrete samples.
• Storing, organizing and disposal of samples.
• Ability to learn to use and properly operate equipment such as cameras, lapidary grinding and polishing tools, saws, and thin section equipment.
• Understanding of the importance of workshop and laboratory safety protocols and the implementation of such protocols.
• Maintenance of clean workspaces and clean equipment.

Requirements:

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Possession of basic workshop and maintenance skills.
• Ease, familiarity, and safe operation of power tools and saws.
• Strong detail-oriented mindset.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Basic computer skills involving word processing, spread sheets and basic photographic editing.
• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Positive attitude and work ethic.
• Able to work independently or as an active member of a team.

Position offers great opportunity for growth within the organization. We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision and a 401(k) Plan. Hourly rate commensurate with experience.

EOE STATEMENT We are an affirmative action participant and equal employment opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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