MTRF Lab Technician I

JOB SUMMARY

The Laboratory Technician I is responsible for testing all aspects of physical testing and durability testing for supplementary cementitious materials.  All tests will be performed following ASTM and MTRF Standard Operating Procedures.  This position is expected to handle job assignments as determined by the management of the MTRF.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Comply with Eco Material Technologies Safety Policies and Procedures
• Perform physical and durability testing on supplementary cementitious materials
• Assist with concrete testing and other projects
• Responsible for laboratory housekeeping
• Regular attendance and timeliness
• Forklift training and operation

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Strong math skills
• Good organization and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to interpret and follow detailed instructions such as ASTM Standards and Eco Material Technologies Standard Operating Procedures

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The employee should have the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and training or certification in relevant skill or trade
• ACI Certification
  1. Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I (Certification must be achieved within18 months of initial employment)

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
• Prolong standing on concrete or in stationary position for up to eight hours per workday
• Complete repetitive movements
• Moderate physical effort required
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (Hearing, vision, and hardhat protection)
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to move or traverse about the facility
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.  This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.