Lab Scientist
7 days ago
Pavement Recycling Systems Inc., an employee-owned company and a leader in the Pavement Preservation industry, is seeking an Lab Intern to join our team at our Mira Loma branch.
Becoming a part of PRS introduces you to a unique culture of employee ownership and empowerment to grow and succeed in your career. We foster an environment where all employees develop and contribute to their full potential, and we recognize and reward outstanding results. As an equal opportunity workplace, PRS values diversity and promotes inclusivity.
Estimated Salary: $45,000 - $60,000 per yearA Lab Intern plays a crucial role in planning for the most cost-effective utilization of materials. Utilizing knowledge of material science, they recommend engineering and manufacturing changes to achieve the company's design objectives in the most economical and safest manner possible.
Key Responsibilities:- Receiving, identifying, and safely storing materials to be tested.
- Performing laboratory testing of concrete, soils, and asphalt according to established requirements.
- Recording test results and reporting them accurately.
- Organizing and storing materials and data according to laboratory policy.
- Maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performing equipment maintenance as per manufacturer or industry standards.
- Maintaining equipment records.
- Additional duties as assigned.
- We will provide training certification centers such as ASTM to gain recertification, certification, and additional skills to complete assigned tasks.
- Technicians will be certified to conduct all tests instructed.
- The ability to obtain certifications and renew certification before they expire is mandatory.
- Demonstrating a high level of organization and prioritization for tasks is essential.
- Flexibility to effectively deal with changing priorities and timelines through analytical problem-solving is required.
- Proven time management and follow-through skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks with tight deadlines are necessary.
- The ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team-oriented environment is vital.
- Superior written and oral communication skills and effective listening skills are expected.
- Maintaining a tactful, mature, and professional demeanor with well-developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with diverse personnel, is crucial.
- A High School Diploma is required, and the candidate must be at least 18 years old.
- The ability to read, understand, and follow ASTM, AASHTO, DOT county, municipalities, or any other agency testing methods is essential.
- Experience in a high-volume environment is desirable.
- Basic computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft software such as Word and Excel are required.
- As an employee-owned company, we offer ESOP Retirement Benefits to all employees after one year of service, with a typical discretionary annual company contribution ranging from 10% to 15% of your annual salary.
- We also offer 401K Retirement Benefits to non-union employees.
- PTO and holiday pay are provided.
- Career advancement opportunities exist within the company.
- Ongoing on-the-job training is offered to all employees.
- Working for an industry leader in various disciplines and markets provides opportunities for growth and development.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
- The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.
- The employee is regularly required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.
