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Construction Materials Laboratory… at Michael Baker… · Louisville
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Job Description
CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE
Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.
What We're Looking For:
Michael Baker is seeking a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician to join our team in Louisville! The Technician will perform laboratory testing and analysis of construction materials to verify compliance with project specifications, standards, and quality requirements. This position supports quality assurance operations by producing accurate, documented test results in accordance with applicable testing standards.
What You'll Do:
- Perform laboratory testing on construction materials including concrete, asphalt, soils, aggregates, and related materials
- Prepare, cure, and test specimens such as concrete cylinders and asphalt samples in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO, or agency standards
- Conduct material tests including compressive strength, gradation, moisture, density, air content, slump, and other physical properties
- Accurately record, analyze, and review test data; prepare laboratory reports and documentation
- Operate, calibrate, maintain, and clean laboratory testing equipment and instruments
- Verify test results meet project specifications, standards, and acceptance criteria
- Maintain laboratory safety practices, cleanliness, quality control procedures, and sample traceability
- Coordinate with field personnel regarding sample receipt, testing requirements, and reporting needs
What You Need to Succeed:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years experience in laboratory or construction materials testing
- Ability to follow standardized testing procedures and maintain accurate records
- Aggregate, asphalt, or soils testing certifications (KYTC, INDOT, ODOT, NICET, or equivalent)
- Familiarity with ASTM and AASHTO testing standards
- Basic computer skills for data entry and report preparation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a quality assurance team
Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $22/hr - $32/hr. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Company
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.