Senior Concrete Laboratory Technician

Engineering Consulting Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Concrete Laboratory Technician in Austin, where your expertise in construction materials testing will be valued. In this role, you'll work collaboratively with experienced professionals, conducting laboratory tests and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills through training and certification programs, making a significant impact on various projects. If you're passionate about quality assurance and eager to grow in a supportive environment, this position offers the perfect blend of challenge and opportunity for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in construction materials testing.
• Must maintain laboratory certifications for concrete and soils.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory testing on construction materials under supervision.
• Maintain laboratory safety and compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Data Interpretation

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory Equipment

Laboratory Software

Job description

What You'll Do

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented and certified Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Senior Concrete Laboratory Technician I to join our Austin team. We offer opportunities for growth in this role with additional incentives as you advance your skills and gain experience. In this role, you'll continue to collaborate and develop with experienced professionals to safely perform a variety of tasks in our concrete and soils laboratories.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Activities: Perform specific tasks of increased complexity associated with conducting laboratory testing on construction materials for various projects under the supervision of lab leadership; Assist in preparation for and demonstrations of testing procedures as requested; Train and mentor other lab technicians.
• Laboratory Safety and Compliance: Conduct routine laboratory tests using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance; Assist with tasks to maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness in compliance with Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) initiatives to maintain accreditation compliance with various organizations, including DOT, AMRL, CCRL, and AASHTO; Tasks may include calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment following the manufacturer’s schedule and records; Notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as needed.
• Concrete Testing: Conduct routine laboratory tests for concrete including labeling and setting samples for curing, monitoring temperature logs, and breaking of samples.
• Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on interpretations of test results; Demonstrate competency of testing methods by documenting results accurately using laboratory software; Prepare reports and summaries, as well as additional administrative tasks as requested.

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in enhancing your professional skills.
• Encourage participation and advancement in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by ASTM or other organizations.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 2 years of experience.
• Must have and be willing to maintain laboratory certifications for concrete, soils, or both depending on where work is performed.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Willing to continue to enhance knowledge of CMT laboratory equipment, testing methods, and ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, or both with NICET, WACEL, or other organizations.
• Strong data interpretation and documentation skills.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors.