Job Title

The lab technician shall receive and test samples that routinely arrive at the Technical Laboratory located in Garner, North Carolina.andnbsp; This AASHTO R18 accredited laboratory primarily focuses on physical quality testing of aggregates.andnbsp; Test samples are generally derived from crushed rock cores and finished aggregate products from operations.andnbsp; The technician shall be capable of independently performing required aggregate tests and assisting with other testing or laboratory activities as requested by the laboratory supervisor.andnbsp; The technician shall enter test data or collected measurements into the laboratory's Materials Testing System (MTS).andnbsp; Work shall be performed with minimal supervision after training is completed and competency is demonstrated. andnbsp;Necessary professional certifications such as those offered by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) are required for the position; aggregates testing certifications will be the initial and primary focus of this position. Responsibilities: * Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment at all times * Must have exceptional attention to detail and able to act accordingly * Professionally interact with other laboratory personnel as well as internal and external customers * Unload delivery vehicles using a hand-truck and/or forklift * Notify the lab supervisor of received samples for logging in the MTS * Independently perform laboratory tests on aggregates * Assist the lab Supervisor with laboratory testing of concrete and asphalt as needed * Enter and submit test results to the laboratory supervisor via the MTS * Assist in the standardization and maintenance of all laboratory equipment * Notify the laboratory supervisor whenever supplies and/or equipment are needed * Available to work overtime and on weekends and/or holidays, when required * Perform other related duties as assigned by the laboratory supervisor * Some limited travel may be required Qualifications and Skills: * Minimum 1 year of related experience * High school diploma or equivalent required, additional education is a plus * Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills in English * Must have working knowledge of calculators and computers, basic computer skills in Excel and Word and capable of learning the MTS and StonemontQC * Must be able to attend and fulfill the requirements of professional certification programs such as those offered by the American Concrete Institute (ACI) * Forklift certification required, or able to obtain within one (1) year Physical Requirements: * Must be capable of performing duties while wearing appropriate PPE including eye, ear, dust protection, gloves and fall protection * Must be capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds on a routine basis * Work tasks require extensive standing throughout a normal day * Must be able to bend, stoop down, and/or kneel while performing some tests Good manual dexterity and physical coordination are needed