Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Requisition Number: 2025-1619-04

Build Your Career. Own Your Future.

At S&ME, you're more than just an employee, you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on field experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company matching
• PTO with rollover
• Maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
• Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
• $2,000 referral bonuses and more!

Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

As a Construction Materials Laboratory Technician in Augusta, Georgia, your role is crucial in ensuring the quality and reliability of our projects while performing routine laboratory testing of construction materials under the observation of experienced technicians and professionals. You will be responsible for reporting test results logically and completely, often reviewing test results of junior staff. Additionally, you will be responsible for equipment maintenance and cleanliness while assisting with calibrations. Proficiency with electronic reporting software and knowledge of testing requirements are essential.

What You'll Do:

• Testing and Reporting: Perform and report findings of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt testing in the laboratory under minimal observation of more experienced technicians and/or professionals. Your contributions will directly impact the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our clients.
• Equipment: Maintain testing equipment in good working order and perform maintenance and calibration. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will ensure that our equipment is always ready for accurate testing.
• Coordination of Others: May assign testing to other staff on small to medium projects and perform a preliminary review of their testing results. Your leadership and coordination skills will help foster a collaborative and efficient work environment.

What We're Looking For:

• A High School diploma/GED
• Vocational training, a plus
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a construction materials laboratory
• Two(2) or more active industry certifications:
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician
  • International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
• Effective math skills with a strong understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure
• Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language

What to Expect:

With the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Working in the office a majority of the time, but might be requested to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Walking on a concrete/tile floor and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day
• Lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of field/laboratory samples and equipment
• Safely handling field tools and maneuvering equipment on active construction sites

Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job, it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry.

Ready to Get Started? Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting future with S&ME!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.