COMPANY OVERVIEW
2MNEXT provides geotechnical engineering and construction project management services in Atlanta, Georgia, and the Southeastern United States. We have experience serving a wide range of clients, including private, public, and governmental entities. Our specialists also work regularly with contractors, manufacturers, and utilities. We take great pride in providing continued professional services to developers, architects, engineers, and owners.
WORKING AT 2MNEXT
2MNEXT is a great place to work! We are committed to maintaining a positive and fun work environment for our team. We invest in our staff with yearly performance bonuses, raises, employee events, and paid training and development.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Laboratory Technician (Construction Materials Testing)
Department: CMT
Reports to: Laboratory Manager
Pay Range: $20- $28 per hour based on applicable education, skills, and experience
POSITION SUMMARY
2MNEXT is looking to add a dedicated Lab Technician to our growing team! This is an incredible opportunity with extensive on-the-job training and company-sponsored professional development. The Lab Technician will support the Construction Materials and Geotechnical Laboratories by performing tests on soils, aggregates, concrete, or asphalt samples for engineering and construction applications. You will work directly with the Laboratory manager and have the opportunity to learn advanced materials testing methods. In your work as a lab technician, you will contribute to iconic construction projects ongoing in Georgia. With a positive attitude and strong work ethic, you will have a unique opportunity to grow into a leadership role as we are committed to growing our team from within.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
- Testing asphalt, soil, aggregates, concrete, and other materials
- Stripping and labeling concrete specimens, setting samples for curing, and monitoring daily temperature logs
- Retrieving concrete cylinders and/or beams from the project site for lab testing
- Assisting with field testing
- Tracking soil and aggregate proctors, mix designs (concrete and asphalt), and testing specifications required for each project
- Maintaining a clean and organized laboratory in compliance with QA/QC initiatives and accreditation requirements
- Using reasoning to perform project analysis related to lab and field testing
- Performing other duties as directed by the Laboratory Manager and/or Assistant Laboratory Manager
Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, notwithstanding work in other functional areas to cover absences and relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
- High School Diploma or GED is required
- Skill in reading (technical or scientific) documents, such as technical manuals and project plans
- Skill in writing concise, logical, grammatically correct technical reports
- Skill in arithmetic, such as adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing whole numbers, fractions, and decimals without a calculator
- Clean driving record with no more than two driving violations in the last 36 months
- Willing to obtain ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certifications within 90 days of employment
- Willing to obtain other lab-related certifications as directed in the course of your employment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
- Experience in a laboratory setting
- Experience in materials testing
- Materials testing certifications such as ACI
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Position entails work in both indoor and outdoor environments with potential exposure to weather conditions.
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the required functions.
- Ability to climb ladders and scaffolding
- Ability to physically maneuver construction sites and excavations
- Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communications in the English language, including the ability to communicate directly and over the telephone and be understood.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:
- Affordable medical plans starting at $100/month for individuals
- 401(k) with 4% company match and immediate vesting
- PTO starting at 12 days/year, increasing annually up to 20 days
- 8 paid holidays each year
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Training and certification opportunities
- Employee recognition and bonus programs
NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
2MNEXT 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.
2MNEXT is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. 2MNEXT does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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