Precision Materials Lab Tech — Training & Daytime

Construction Material Testing; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction Material Testing in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a laboratory technician to turn field samples into reliable numbers within an AASHTO R18 quality system using calibrated equipment and strict accountability. You will perform ASTM tests (D698, D1557, D2216, D4318, C136, C39), log samples, preserve chain of custody, and break cylinders for strength data.

Training is provided; prior lab experience is a plus but not required.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail with accurate, clean documentation.
• Willingness to train; prior lab or CMT experience is a plus but not required.
• Comfortable with repetitive precision work.

Responsibilities

• Perform ASTM D698, D1557, D2216, D4318, C136, and C39 testing.
• Maintain calibration, standardization, and quality records.
• Log samples and preserve chain of custody; break cylinders and report strength results.
• Support proficiency programs and accreditation assessments.

Skills

Careful hands

Clean documentation habits

Mechanical aptitude

Job description

Construction Material Testing in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a laboratory technician to turn field samples into reliable numbers within an AASHTO R18 quality system using calibrated equipment and strict accountability. You will perform ASTM tests (D698, D1557, D2216, D4318, C136, C39), log samples, preserve chain of custody, and break cylinders for strength data.

Training is provided; prior lab experience is a plus but not required.