Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Construction Materials Laboratory Technician Requisition Number: S&M is looking for an eager and detail-oriented full-time Construction Materials Laboratory Technician to join our Construction Services team supporting our Paducah, Kentucky lab. At S&M, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more.

Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field. Why Work at S&M?

• Employee Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned company, our ESOP gives you a personal stake in our success and the opportunity to build long-term wealth while helping shape our future.
• Career Growth: We invest in your success with mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.
• Exciting Projects: Big or small, simple or complex, we do it all. Our projects are as diverse as they are exciting, so every day brings something new.
• Supportive Culture: Collaboration, respect, and positivity fuel our team environment.
• Flexibility: Work-life balance matters to us, helping you thrive inside and outside the office.
• Community Impact: Your work will directly improve the communities where we live, work, and play.

As a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician, your role is crucial in ensuring the quality and reliability of our projects while performing routine laboratory testing of construction materials under the observation of experienced technicians and professionals. You will be responsible for reporting test results logically and completely, often reviewing test results of junior staff. Additionally, you will be responsible for equipment maintenance and cleanliness while assisting with calibrations.

Proficiency with electronic reporting software and knowledge of testing requirements are essential.

• Testing and Reporting: Perform and report findings of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt testing in the laboratory under minimal observation of more experienced technicians and/or professionals. Your contributions will directly impact the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our clients.
• Equipment:Maintain testing equipment in good working order and perform maintenance and calibration. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will ensure that our equipment is always ready for accurate testing.
• Coordination of Others
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  May assign testing to other staff on small to medium projects and perform a preliminary review of their testing results. Your leadership and coordination skills will help foster a collaborative and efficient work environment.

• You have a High School diploma/GED; related vocational training, a plus
• You have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a construction materials testing laboratory
• You have ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician Level II certification, required
• You have additional active industry certifications a plus:
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI):
    Field Testing Grade I;
    Strength Testing Technician
  • International Code Council (ICC):
    Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
• You have effective math skills with a strong understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure
• You have effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language
• You understand a fluctuating weekly work schedule depending on project needs
• You have a valid U.S. driver's license or an International Driving Permit (IDP) valid for driving in the United States, with an acceptable driving record
• You can safely…