About the role

Great River Group is a civil engineering and environmental consulting firm seeking a Construction Materials Lab Technician to perform quality assurance testing on soil, concrete, and asphalt for commercial construction projects. The role involves rigorous material testing, equipment calibration, and accurate reporting to support infrastructure development.

Skills

Quality assurance Soil testing Concrete testing Asphalt testing Masonry testing Laboratory equipment calibration Data recording Technical reporting Troubleshooting Microsoft Office Outlook Teams Word Communication OSHA 10-Hour Certification

Full job details

Lab Technicians play a critical role in the success of commercial construction projects by completing rigorous quality assurance testing of construction materials. Lab Technicians are responsible for receiving samples in the lab and keeping detailed records of the projects, tests, and results.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Performing various soil, concrete, asphalt, and masonry tests including resistivity, concrete strength, soil permeability, sieve analysis, steel tensile strength, density and compaction, and many more.
Calibrating lab equipment and maintaining thorough and accurate records.
Completing detailed and accurate reports of test results.
Working independently, troubleshooting issues as they arise, and escalating to management appropriately.
Occasionally driving between offices to deliver or pick up samples and equipment.
Maintaining standards and helping to prepare for lab accreditation.
Following and upholding all health, safety, and compliance protocols.
Communicating professionally with client representatives while receiving test samples.
Performing other duties or functions as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Minimum high school diploma (or equivalent) required. College preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools like Outlook, Teams, and Word.
Ability to learn new software programs to receive work orders, submit reports, and review policies and procedures.
High ethical standards and effective communication skills.
Valid driver's license and good driving record.
OSHA 10-Hour Certification

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

Regular lifting up to 50 lbs.
Ability to navigate uneven terrain and stand for an extended period of time.
Varying noise levels normal to a laboratory.
Drug free workplace.