Concrete lab Technician

Overview

Join Amrize as a Concrete Lab Technician and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

The incumbent is responsible for performing laboratory tests as assigned by the Lab Supervisor. Testing must be done with accuracy and precision. The Concrete Lab Technician must be familiar with a wide variety of test procedures such as batching concrete mixtures, determining concrete compressive strength, concrete air content, slump, set time, unit weight, yield, aggregate gradation, aggregate specific gravity, aggregate absorption, and aggregate loss by wash.

From time to time, new test procedures must be learned and used under the direction of the Lab Supervisor. The incumbent assists the Lab Supervisor in maintaining lab property and equipment. The candidate must also be familiar with routine repair techniques for various pieces of lab equipment.

• Carry out testing of cement, fly ash, and other cementitious materials in concrete.
• Know and understand all pertinent concrete testing procedures (ASTM, ACI, DOT, AASHTO, etc.).
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of data, timely completion of assignments, clear and concise reporting.
• Support Concrete Lab Supervisor in the testing of samples for the monthly Lafarge Cement consistency program.
• Support Concrete Lab Supervisor in the testing of the Competitive Testing Program Samples.
• Support Concrete Lab Supervisor in the testing investigations assigned by the Sales and Marketing department.
• Assist Concrete Lab Supervisor in maintenance and calibration of equipment and upkeep of the lab.
• Assist Concrete Lab Supervisor with maintaining filing and reporting systems.
• Assist with fostering cooperation among a diverse workforce to improve our customer orientation.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.

Education: Minimum High School Diploma.

Additional Education Preferred: Technical training or certifications related to construction materials testing.

Field of Study Preferred: Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

Required

Work Experience:

Minimal industry exposure, specifically in concrete and materials testing following ASTM, ACI, DOT, or AASHTO standards.

Required Training/

Certifications:

ACI Certifications in Field Testing, Strength Testing, and Lab Technician Level One.

Required Technical

Skills:

Familiarity with lab testing procedures, basic equipment maintenance, and Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.).

Travel Requirements: Minimal.

• Run trial mixes in support of Customer Value propositions.
• Evaluate customer materials for industry specification compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data collection and reporting.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures and standards consistently.
• Effective communication and organizational skills.
• Capable of working independently and within a team.
• Willingness to learn new test procedures and adapt to evolving lab practices.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

• Estimated Wage Range $25.00 - $28.00/Hourly
• Bonus opportunity.
• Retirement Savings:
  Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings.
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care.
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts.
• Paid time off & paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity).
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Dress for your day.

This is a safety position, as part of our dedicated focus on the health and safety of all employees, a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing and a criminal record check, will be required.

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.