Laboratory Technician - State College, PA

What Will I Be Doing?

As a Laboratory Technician in the State College, PA office, you will play an integral role in the success of our organization. You will work independently and in collaboration with our knowledgeable, dynamic staff on a wide variety of land development and construction projects. The key responsibilities include:

• Processing concrete test cylinders (stripping, logging, and curing).
• Performing compressive strength testing of concrete test cylinders.
• Performing soils lab tests including Proctors, Atterberg limits, and sieve analysis.
• Calibrating field testing equipment.
• Maintaining field equipment inventory.
• Reporting laboratory testing results to the project team verbally or in writing.
• Interacting with senior staff members, including the lab manager on a variety of projects as needed.
• Supporting a clean, safe, and efficient laboratory environment.

• High School diploma or GED equivalent (enrollment in college or an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Geology is a plus).
• Valid certifications (ACI, ICC, NICET, etc.) are a plus and lead to higher starting pay.
• Ability to meet pre‑employment criteria, including a motor vehicle record.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 60–80 pounds.

• Up to $500 signing bonus.
• Competitive starting pay based on prior experience.
• Overtime work available.
• Company stock as an employee owner (ESOP).
• 100% employer‑paid benefits: long‑term disability, basic life, health savings account, dental and vision, voluntary short‑term disability, voluntary life, employee assistance program, and 401(k) with company match.
• Paid on‑job training and paid education expenses for certifications.
• Paid time off, holidays, and floater holidays.
• Paid mileage for work‑related travel.
• Generous employee‑referral bonus program (up to $5,000).
• Free HCEA apparel and work boots, personal protective equipment, and safety gear.
• Paid mileage for work‑related travel.
• Fun company‑sponsored events and wellness seminars.
• Tuition reimbursement.

EE/Minorities and Women encouraged to apply.