Laboratory Technician

Job Summary

The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for supporting in the preparation, and analysis of cementitious materials for conformance to industry specifications. The role requires a good understanding of cement testing procedures and hands-on experience with cement and concrete materials.

Benefits

CalPortland is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees. Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.

Medical, Dental, Vision

low-cost premiums even for family coverage

Company-paid life/AD&D insurance

Company-paid short-term disability

Paid sick/vacation/holiday

401k/Company Funded Pension Program (program is dependent upon location and job type)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Additional voluntary benefits

Compensation

$45k-$65k

Responsibilities

Maintain laboratory safety at its highest standards according to the company’s guidelines and policies

Assist laboratory personnel with duties that pertain to sampling, preparing, and collecting materials that are necessary for the testing of cementitious materials

Assist with sample preparations and standard quality tests as related to physical analysis of cementitious materials by following the standard procedures (Safety procedures, ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, EPA, etc.) with a high degree of accuracy and precision

Assist with concrete trial batches (i.e., Preparing, weighing material, and housekeeping)

Assist with the collection and gradation of aggregate for the laboratory

Inform and advise the laboratory manager upon observation of suspicious test results and change in equipment and laboratory conditions

Maintain lab housekeeping, and inventory supplies to maintain continuity of quality control/quality assurance testing

Support laboratory manager and staff with tasks in other areas within the central lab as needed

The job duties described herein are not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary

Education

High school diploma/GED

Some college

Minimum 1-2 years of relevant experience

Requirements/Qualifications

Hands-on experience with testing of cement and concrete materials

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Detail-oriented

Must be well-versed in the basics of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint)

Must be able to work cooperatively with others

Strong problem-solving skills

Safety first mentality

Physical requirements: sitting, standing, stooping, and bending for long periods of time (up to 8 hrs. Frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds)

ANSI-approved PPE will be provided and must be used when required

Conditions of Employment

Successful candidate must submit to a post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA-regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing.