Laboratory Technician I - Runner

Responsible for conducting laboratory testing.

Employee shall have the following minimum duties and responsibilities:

• Perform physical/index/chemical construction material laboratory testing, as assigned:
  • Concrete /CMU Testing (concrete cylinder/CMU/core prep and crushing,
  • Specialty concrete testing, etc.).
  • HMA testing (gradations, AC content, density, etc.).
  • Soils (roadway base, select fills, subgrade, etc.), testing (moisture/density, atterberg, Gradations, specialty, strength, etc.).
  • Aggregate testing.
• Perform assigned testing in accordance with established procedures and specifications, including proper documentation of testing results. These methods include ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, US Corp of Engineers, etc.
• Meet priorities and deadlines as directed by Direct Report.
• Maintain and calibrate (or verify calibration) testing equipment, including documentation of such calibration. Maintain a neat/clean/safe laboratory and work space. Properly document hours worked and assist in client billing efforts.
• Maintain company paid training (in house and external) and certifications; to include regular review of pertinent testing methods.
• Represent the company in a professional manner through face to face, verbal and written communication. This includes communication with clients, coworkers, project managers and others.
• Use laboratory equipment in a safe manner to include company vehicles and understanding, adhering and participating in the Raba Kistner Health and Safety Program (random drug testing, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion).
• Perform other legal and moral duties as assigned by Direct Report, including but not limited to, field observation, sampling and testing.
• Lift and carry equipment (60+ pounds) and/or sample containers.
• Potential exposure to movement of heavy equipment on construction or roadway sites; potential exposure to hazardous dangerous chemicals and solvents, noise, dust, fumes, grease and oils, radiant and electrical energy, and vibration; all of which would require employee to follow proper safety procedures and utilize appropriate protective equipment.
• Position may require protracted or irregular hours. Flexibility to work irregular hours is necessary due to client needs. Work responsibilities may require out of town/overnight travel to Raba Kistner offices, client offices and project locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Employees shall possess the following minimum qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Sufficient math, science and English writing skills to record and analyze laboratory results.
• Possess valid driver’s license and meet company’s automobile insurability requirements.
• Enthusiastic and receptive attitude.

Ability to:

• Communicate well. This includes verbal and written (English) communication both through email and through word processing and spreadsheets.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment and will be subject to post-accident, random, and reasonable cause testing during employment.
• Comply with all attendance requirements as noted in most current edition of the Employee Handbook.
• Present a professional appearance to best represent the firm.

Preferred:

• UDOT WAQTC SRDT certification

• ACI Field Grade 1, ACI Aggregates, ACI Concrete Strength.

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. Key responsibilities and essential functions are intended to describe those functions that are essential to the performance of this position.

This position description does not state or imply that the above are the only duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other position-related duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with a disability.

Raba Kistner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.