Lab Technician

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.Join stability. Apply now!Who we are looking for:This position will carry out a variety of physical tasks to include properly performing, recording and reporting the results of basic laboratory procedures for soils, asphalt, aggregates, and concrete (for compaction, particle size, quality, and chemical composition) using a variety of specialized equipment including nuclear soils density gauge, scales, meters, or other apparatus.What you’ll be doing:Including but not limited to:Performing basic laboratory tests on soils, aggregate, masonry, asphalt and preparing reports of resultsMaintaining a log of all samplesApply basic mathematical formulas and concepts to calculate quantities, estimate volumes, and inspect constructed workEntering test results into a web-based computer programCalibrating and maintaining laboratory equipmentCommunicating with clients, contractors, engineers and technicians regarding construction laboratory testingOther duties as assignedWhat you need to have: No experience needed, 1+ years of relevant experience preferredHigh School Diploma or EquivalentACI Level I Concrete, state DOT, or ICC certifications in concrete highly preferredAbility to multi-task and meat deadlinesAbility to work independently and within cross-functional teams to achieve goalsExcellent attention to detailsValid driver’s license and good-standing driving recordSome travel will be requiredMust be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving recordCheck out our Perks + Benefits:In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:In-House continuous trainingComprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and lifeOpportunity for professional growth and advancementTuition reimbursementPaid time offCompany–observed paid holidaysShort and long-term disability coverage401K retirementWe extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.