Level Construction Materials Laboratory Technician
S&ME
About the Role
- Entry-Level Construction Materials (CMT) Laboratory Technician
- Full-time position
- Location: New Albany, Indiana
- Focus: Construction materials testing and inspection (soil, concrete, masonry, asphalt)
- Company: S&ME, a 100% employee-owned company.
Key Responsibilities
- Examine and evaluate construction materials (soil, concrete, masonry, asphalt).
- Ensure precise and comprehensive documentation of test outcomes.
- Maintain laboratory instruments and assist with equipment calibrations.
- Perform and record tests on various construction materials accurately and meticulously.
- Ensure test results are logical, thorough, and ready for review.
- Keep all laboratory equipment in excellent condition and ensure it is properly calibrated.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- High School diploma/GED
- Curiosity and willingness to learn.
- English language proficiency (speaking, reading, and writing).
- Basic math skills with an understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure.
- Understanding of a fluctuating weekly work schedule depending on project needs.
- Willingness to work early mornings, some weekends, and overtime (paid at time and a half).
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to stand for potentially up to 12 hours a day.
- Ability to lift and carry 40-50 lbs. of field/laboratory samples and equipment.
- Ability to safely handle field tools and maneuver equipment on active construction sites.
- Must comply with Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements.
- Must have valid employment eligibility (I-9).
Qualifications
- No prior experience required; training will be provided.
- Dependable and hands-on.
- Ready to learn.
- Active industry-related certifications are a plus:
- American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician
- International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
- DOT Certifications: Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and Concrete