Role and Responsibilities
This is an intermediate level position involving technician work in highway materials testing and quality assurance. General activities include some or all of the following: logging and preparing samples for testing; routinely performing intermediate test procedures with minimal supervision; developing Standard Operating Procedures for various test methods; entering test data into the appropriate reporting software program or database; analyzing test data; extracting test data and preparing detailed reports and correspondence; and communicating with District and Contractor personnel. This position will be working in both the Physical Lab and the Concrete Field Operations Unit.
Specific duties include:
- Prepare and test laboratory and field samples. Log sample and test data into MAC.
- Review and summarize test results. Prepare test reports documenting findings and trends.
- Maintain and calibrate testing equipment.
- Review quality control plans, test methods, procedures, specifications, manuals, and other documents.
Developing standard operating procedures for the testing of concrete materials.
- Inspect production facilities and precast concrete elements.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills
• Ability to use a computer for word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
• Ability to perform field and laboratory tests.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to use engineering tools.