eZone Staffing, LLC is hiring: Geotechnical Laboratory Technical Director in Tu

Job Title: Geotechnical Laboratory

Location: Tucker, Georgia (Relocation Offered)

Job Type: Full-Time.

Job Overview,

Key Responsibilities

· Lead all laboratory operations: scheduling, equipment maintenance, calibration, and workflow optimization.

· Oversee a wide range of geotechnical and construction materials testing, including: Proctor tests, Atterberg Limits, Grain size analysis, Unconfined compression, CU and UU triaxial, Direct Shear, Permeability, Consolidation, CBR (California Bearing Ratio).

· Ensure strict compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, GDOT, and internal QMS standards.

· Maintain all required laboratory accreditations and certifications.

· Participate in AASHTO proficiency testing and manage corrective actions where necessary.

· Train, mentor, and evaluate laboratory personnel to maintain high standards of technical performance and safety.

· Enforce laboratory safety protocols and quality control procedures.

· Interface with clients to provide technical guidance, support, and expertise.

· Prepare and lead external/internal audits and inspections.

· Utilize MS Office Suite (Word, Excel) effectively; familiarity with custom or proprietary software is essential.

· Knowledge of QuickBooks for invoice generation is highly desirable.

· Maintain confidentiality of all client databases and proprietary in-house software and reporting tools.

· Ensure accuracy and completeness in reviewing laboratory test reports.

Preferred Qualifications

· Minimum 5 years of experience in geotechnical/materials testing laboratories, with at least 3 years in a leadership capacity.

· Note: Clinical/COVID/chemical lab managers need not apply.

· Bachelor’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering preferred; degrees in Civil Engineering, Geology, Environmental Science, or other related STEM fields will also be considered.

· Professional licensure (P.E. preferred; P.G. acceptable based on experience).

· Additional certifications such as NICET, ACI, or equivalent are strongly preferred.

· Extensive knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, USACE, and GDOT procedures.

· Demonstrated organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

· Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

· Quarterly and annual bonuses based on productivity and company performance.

· Profit-sharing and potential partial company ownership.

· Paid vacation and holidays.

· Simple 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.

· Opportunities for professional development and continued education.