Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Requisition Number: 2024-1130-02

S&ME is seeking individuals with a passion for laboratory materials testing. If you are eager to contribute and make an impact early in your career, then come join our Construction Services team in Charelston, SC as a Geotechnical Staff Engineer and help us provide engineering solutions to our clients.

What You Will Do:

As a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician, you will perform routine laboratory materials testing services, under observation of more experienced technicians and professionals. You will be learning electronic reporting software and where to find testing requirements. You will be responsible for reporting test results in a logical and complete manner, after review by others and successfully communicating field and laboratory testing results with Construction Services Project Management staff, contractors, and clients.

• Laboratory sample receipt and processing
• Compaction testing of soil
• Physical characteristics testing of soil and aggregate
• Compressive strength testing of soil, rock, concrete and other cementitious material
• Daily use of Metafield®, and/or other field and laboratory information management systems, for recording of testing results
• Calibration of field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards
• Performance of laboratory testing in compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and/or project specifications

NOTE: While the primary responsibilities of this position are performed in the laboratory, testing and observations on construction sites can be required, based on workload and project needs

Who You Are:

• High school diploma or GED
• Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing), using the English language
• Ability and willingness to prepare for and pass applicable certification examinations such as ACI Strength, NICET Soils, etc.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Traveling out-of-town (may include overnight) for assignments as necessary.
• Working outside of normal business hours when necessary.

Who We Are:

We are S&ME. For over 50 years, our collaborative approach to geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials has offered innovative solutions to solve our clients' most complex challenges. Together, our work results in lasting positive community impacts across the country.

Collectively, we are 1000 proud employee-owners across 10 states, and value eager, passionate, honest, and hard-working employees who strive to make positive impacts on our communities. With employee ownership at our foundation, we are all vested in the success of each other and S&ME. We know that creating an environment where employees can grow and flourish, both professionally and personally, leads to our collective drive for success. That's why we put our employees first in everything from safety to opportunity.

Check out this video https://bit.ly/41l9Kt2 to hear directly from our employee-owners on what it's like working at S&ME.

What We Offer:

We offer competitive pay and benefits, including ESOP and well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, please visit our careers page to apply and learn more about us: https://www.smeinc.com/careers/

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.

No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.