Senior Asphalt Lab Technician - Rancho Cucamonga, CA - Full-Time - Western Technologies, Inc.

The Senior Asphalt Laboratory Technician will have strong initiative and be able to perform routine complex inspections. They will perform testing procedures in the field and laboratory for verification of compliance to plans and specifications. Duties will include but are not limited to, performing laboratory tests on soils, concrete, asphalt in compliance with various test methods, logging and reporting findings, maintaining documentation of data, and providing laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration when needed. The Laboratory Technician will communicate with project managers, engineering technicians, and others as applicable regarding the project requirements and test results. 
 

PRIMARY JOB TASKS: (Essential Duties)

Perform Laboratory tests on soils, concrete, construction materials, and asphalt to conform with Caltrans, ASTM, AASHTO test methods, and State procedures.  Effectively communicate test results to office and field personnel as well as client contacts. Maintain a clean and safe work environment.  Provide detailed reports and data from test results.  Ensure all samples are accurately logged. Provide laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration. Document and implement test process. Sample inventory management. Documentation and data maintenance Perform field inspection, testing and sampling as needed.  Pick up soil and concrete samples from various project sites.

 

QUALITIES FOR SUCCESS: (Characteristics the Employee Will Demonstrate that reflect success)

Communication (oral and written), mechanical, and technical skills.  Understand construction and manufacturing process, engineering drawings, and assembly testing.  Must be punctual, professional, reliable, and dependable. Ability to work effectively with company personnel, as well as with clients and vendors in coordinating client requirements with company’s capability to satisfactorily complete jobs. Ability to work overtime, weekends, and varying hours when required.  Knowledge of building systems & construction techniques. Ability to work both inside and outside in varying weather conditions.

 

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE: (KSABs: job history / years of related experience)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill, abilities, and behaviors (KSABs) required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Additional information such as years of experience may be listed below. 10 years of concrete, soil, asphalt concrete, other construction materials and/or laboratory testing experience and mix design processes. Basic computer skills  Understanding of basic math and physics concepts including Algebra  Ability to work variable hours  Ability to lift 50 pounds  Excellent organizational skills  Valid California driver's license

EDUCATION: (diplomas, certifications, degrees)

High school diploma or equivalent For this Senior role, the following certifications are highly desirable, although it is not required to have all those listed.   CT  105   Calculations - Gradings CT  106   Definitions - Specific Gravity (SpG) CT  125   Sampling - AGGREGATES CT  125   Sampling - HMA CT  201   Sample Preparation - Soil and Aggregates CT  202   Sieve analysis - Fine and Coarse Aggregates CT  204   LL, PL, PI CT  205   Percent Crushed Particles CT  206   SpG & Absorption - Coarse Aggregates CT  207   SpG & Absorption - Fine Aggregates CT  208   Apparent SpG - Fine Aggregates CT  211   LA Rattler CT  213   Organic Impurities of PCC sand CT  216   Relative Compaction - Soils and Aggregates CT  217   Sand Equivalent CT  226   Moisture Content - Soils and Aggregates CT  227   Cleanness Value CT  229   Durability CT  234   Uncompacted void - Fine Aggregates CT  235   Flat and Elongated Particles CT  301   "R" Value CT  304   Sample Preparation - HMA CT  308   Bulk SpG and Density - HMA CT  309   Max SpG and Density - HMA CT  366   Stabilometer CT  367   OBC CT  370   Moisture Content by Microwave CT  371   Moisture Induced Damage (TSR) CT  382   AC Content by Ignition Oven AASHTO T 11   Sieve Analysis (Washing) - Fine Aggregates AASHTO T 27   Sieve Analysis - Fine and Coarse Aggregates AASHTO T 84   SpG & Absorption - Fine Aggregates AASHTO T 85   SpG & Absorption - Coarse Aggregates AASHTO T 176   Sand Equivalent AASHTO T 209   Max SpG and Density - HMA AASHTO T 269   Percent Air Voids - HMA AASHTO T 275   Bulk SpG - HMA AASHTO T 283   Moisture Induced Damage (TSR) AASHTO T 304   Uncompacted Void - Fine Aggregate AASHTO T 308   AC Content (Ignition Oven) - HMA AASHTO T 312   Gyratory Compactor AASHTO T 324   Hamburg Wheel-Track AASHTO T 329   Moisture Content (Oven Method) - HMA AASHTO T 335   Percentage of Fracture ASTM D 4791   Flat and Elongated Particles AASHTO T 166   Bulk SpG of Compacted HMA - SSD AASHTO T 96   L.A. Rattler AASHTO T 255   Evaporable Moisture Content AASHTO R 47   Reducing Samples of HMA AASHTO R 76   Reducing Samples of Agg CT  306   Reducing Samples of Asphalt Mixtures CT  389   Hamburg Wheel-Track Full-Time employees are offered a comprehensive insurance and benefits package. To learn more about us, visit our website at www.RMA-Western.com RMA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. NO RECRUITING AGENCIES, PLEASE