Lab Technician
IA Construction, New York, NY, United States
Job purpose
The Laboratory and Field Technicians will perform QA/QC duties at either an aggregate or asphalt plant lab and / or gather samples on a construction site for testing.
Duties and responsibilities
Promote safe work practices and an excellent safety culture
Responsible for safe and efficient operation of all equipment and tools
Participates in pre‑shift safety huddles
Responsible for reporting incidents and accidents to supervisor or management
Maintain an open line of communication with team members to promote team productivity
Responsible to report to management and safety officer if any potential safety hazards
If you will be working on an aggregate site, you will be required to take MSHA training upon hire and annually as well as to adhere to all MSHA regulations and guidelines
QA/QC testing of bituminous asphalt, asphalt content and gradation, maximum theoretical density of mix and specific gravity of compacted mix
Testing of aggregate materials, sampling, absorption, LA Abrasion, specifications, un‑compacted voids, sodium / magnesium loss, and crush counts
Inventory products, QC sampling, schedules, specification, testing, gradations, and crush gravity of compacted mix efficiently
Bituminous mix design development, complete overview of Pennsylvania design processes for HMC and WMA as per job specifications
Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with peers, management, and customers.
Self‑motivated with the ability to quickly learn new procedures and processes.
Ability to perform tasks as given from supervisors as well as work as part of a team.
Adaptable to changing conditions.
Computer, iPad, fax, printer, and copier experience.
Safety conscience and safety oriented.
Some Mechanical and maintenance skills.
Able to learn and use several types of software programs.
Able to comprehend ASTM and AASHTO standards and procedures.
Working conditions
Working conditions are indoors and outdoors and can vary throughout the season. Preparation for these changing conditions and the ability to adapt is required. Field technicians may work near live traffic and must be aware of their environment at all times.
Physical requirements
This location requires an individual to stand, walk, sit, use arms, hands, and fingers. It will require some heavy lifting, handling of objects, and exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
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The Laboratory and Field Technicians will perform QA/QC duties at either an aggregate or asphalt plant lab and / or gather samples on a construction site for testing.
Duties and responsibilities
Promote safe work practices and an excellent safety culture
Responsible for safe and efficient operation of all equipment and tools
Participates in pre‑shift safety huddles
Responsible for reporting incidents and accidents to supervisor or management
Maintain an open line of communication with team members to promote team productivity
Responsible to report to management and safety officer if any potential safety hazards
If you will be working on an aggregate site, you will be required to take MSHA training upon hire and annually as well as to adhere to all MSHA regulations and guidelines
QA/QC testing of bituminous asphalt, asphalt content and gradation, maximum theoretical density of mix and specific gravity of compacted mix
Testing of aggregate materials, sampling, absorption, LA Abrasion, specifications, un‑compacted voids, sodium / magnesium loss, and crush counts
Inventory products, QC sampling, schedules, specification, testing, gradations, and crush gravity of compacted mix efficiently
Bituminous mix design development, complete overview of Pennsylvania design processes for HMC and WMA as per job specifications
Qualifications
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate with peers, management, and customers.
Self‑motivated with the ability to quickly learn new procedures and processes.
Ability to perform tasks as given from supervisors as well as work as part of a team.
Adaptable to changing conditions.
Computer, iPad, fax, printer, and copier experience.
Safety conscience and safety oriented.
Some Mechanical and maintenance skills.
Able to learn and use several types of software programs.
Able to comprehend ASTM and AASHTO standards and procedures.
Working conditions
Working conditions are indoors and outdoors and can vary throughout the season. Preparation for these changing conditions and the ability to adapt is required. Field technicians may work near live traffic and must be aware of their environment at all times.
Physical requirements
This location requires an individual to stand, walk, sit, use arms, hands, and fingers. It will require some heavy lifting, handling of objects, and exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
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