Geotechnical Soils Lab Technician

Knight Piesold USA; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 31,684 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Flexible work schedule

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Knight Piesold USA is seeking a laboratory technician for their Denver lab to perform concrete and soil testing. This role requires attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, and previous experience in geotechnical laboratory work is a plus. Benefits include flexible work schedules, health insurance, 401(k) matching, and professional development assistance. Hourly pay ranges from $23.00 to $30.00.

Qualifications

• Successful candidates must be self-disciplined and motivated.
• Must be able to follow directions and demonstrate attention to detail.
• 0-5 years of previous geotechnical laboratory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard soils testing.
• Keep project managers advised of work status and progress.
• Maintain a clean work area and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Math skills

Microsoft Office

Work ethic

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Brief Description

Do you like working on dynamic projects from all over the world? Are you interested in applying your skills, talents, and education to work at a company that has a strong history and is well known in the industry? Do you want to be part of a team that will inspire you and offer you opportunities to learn and grow? If you said yes to these questions, then read on to learn more about Knight Piésold and the opportunities we have open.

• You will be joining a reputable, well established global consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience that specializes in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower and Water Resources.
• We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring program and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.

Why Join Knight Piésold?

• You will be joining a reputable, well established global consulting firm with over 100 years of industry experience that specializes in Mining, Environmental, Hydropower and Water Resources.
• We believe in the One Team approach, with everyone working together toward achieving a shared goal. Our engineers develop their skills through working on diverse projects, our knowledge-sharing culture, career mentoring program and collaborating with top professionals in the industry.

The Role

Seeking a laboratory technician to work in our Denver based lab performing concrete and soil testing who is interested in a challenging technical position with continuous opportunities to learn. Successful candidates must be self-disciplined, motivated and be able to work in a team environment. This position requires attention to detail, ability to manage multiple responsibilities and strong communication skills. Willing to train.

Responsibilities

• Perform standard soils testing.
• Completion of test result documentation.
• Maintain a clean work area and equipment to documented health and safety standards.
• Keep project managers advised of work status, problems, and progress related to work assignments.

An Ideal Candidate

• Must have a good work ethic and be able to multitask, balance workload and take direction from multiple clients.
• Must be able to follow directions and demonstrate strong attention to details.
• Intermediate math skills and experience with Microsoft Office a plus.
• Ability to clearly communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be willing to work weekends as required.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 0-5 years of previous geotechnical laboratory experience is a plus.
• Construction materials testing experience a plus.
• Certification (NICET, ICC, ACI) by a qualified national, regional or state authority as appropriate to the services is a plus.
• Valid CO Drivers License is required.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, climb or balance; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, sit, climb, or smell. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Work Environment

• Work will be performed in a geotechnical laboratory and may be exposed to varying ambient conditions, including but not limited to dust, heat and noise. Adherence to safety standards including those of the firm, MSHA, OSHA is mandatory.

Compensation

In accordance with Colorado state law, the following hourly compensation range is applicable for the job and Colorado location associated with this requisition: $23.00 to $30.00/hour. Actual compensation may vary from posted hiring range based upon compensable factors, including experience, education, and skill level.

Benefits

Because our employees are our most important asset, we created a benefit program to support you and your family now and into the future. Our benefits include: 401(k) / Roth 401(k) / Employer matching, Health insurance – including Prescription drugs, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Flexible spending account (health and dependent care reimbursement), Health Savings account (HSA), Short and long-term disability, Life insurance, Wellness and employee assistance programs, Flexible work schedule, Paid time off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday), Professional development assistance, Employee referral bonus, Transit benefit program, as well as a Discretionary annual bonus program.

Knight Piésold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.

EEO Policy

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to [e-mail] or please call us at 1-303-629-8788 between the hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm MST, Monday-Friday.