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ECS Group of Companies · 1 day ago

Laboratory Technician

Birmingham, AL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

ECS Group of Companies is a leader in geotechnical and construction materials consulting services, seeking a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Laboratory Technician to join their Birmingham team. The role offers paid training with no prior experience necessary, where the technician will learn to perform laboratory testing on construction materials under supervision.

Civil Engineering

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Laboratory Activities: Perform specific tasks associated with conducting laboratory testing on construction materials for various projects under the supervision of senior technicians and other lab staff

Laboratory Safety and Compliance: Conduct routine laboratory tests using various methodologies and testing equipment following industry standards and compliance; Assist with tasks to maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness in compliance with Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) initiatives to maintain accreditation compliance; Tasks may include calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment following the manufacturer’s schedule and records; Notify supervisor of broken or missing equipment as needed

Soils Testing: Conduct routine laboratory tests for soils including Atterberg limits, gradation analyses, swell testing, moisture content testing, unconfined compressive strength testing, standard and modified proctor testing, and begin learning how to visually classify soils

Concrete Testing: Conduct routine laboratory tests for concrete including labeling and setting samples for curing, monitoring temperature logs, and breaking of samples

Data Collection: Perform calculations and data reduction based on test results; Demonstrate competency of testing methods by documenting results accurately; May perform administrative duties as requested

Qualification

Laboratory certificationsCMT laboratory equipmentConcrete testingSoils testingCommunication skills

Required

No experience required

High school diploma or GED

Must be willing to obtain and maintain laboratory certifications for concrete or soils; Both will be required if work will be performed in both labs

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds

Must have valid driver's license and insurance

Willing to obtain knowledge of CMT laboratory equipment, testing methods, and ASTM laboratory standards, leading to certifications in soils, concrete, or both

Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing)

Ability to work effectively with peers and supervisors

Benefits

Paid training

We pay your certification fees

Opportunities for growth

Additional incentives as you earn your certifications

Company

ECS Group of Companies

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ECS Group of Companies is a Chantilly, VA-based consulting engineering firm.

Founded in 1988

Chantilly, VA, US

1001-5000 employees

http://www.ecslimited.com

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