Laboratory Technician

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Laboratory Technician to join our team at Barrett Industries. As a Laboratory Technician, you will be responsible for ensuring the quality of our asphalt products by conducting various tests and analyses.

Main Responsibilities:

• Conduct bituminous asphalt testing, including asphalt content and gradation, maximum theoretical density of mix, and specific gravity of compacted mix.
• Participate in Daily Safety Huddles and actively promote a safe working environment.
• Perform aggregate material testing, sampling, absorption, LA Abrasion, specifications, un-compacted voids, Sodium / Magnesium Loss, and crush counts.
• Inventory products, QC sampling, schedules, specifications, testing, gradations, and crush gravity of compacted mix efficiently.
• Develop bituminous mix design, including an overview of Pennsylvania design processes for HMC and WMA as per job specifications.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent experience.

Skills:

• Computer, fax, printer, and copier experience.
• Ability to build professional relationships with coworkers, management, and customers.
• Safety Conscience and safety-oriented.
• Some mechanical and maintenance skills.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to understand several types of software programs.
• Comprehend ASTM and AASHTO standards and procedures.

Physical Requirements:

• May require walking, standing, or sitting for periods of time.
• Able to perform tasks in various weather conditions.
• Ability to work various shifts.
• Lifting and carrying of various items is required.

Company Benefits:

• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance and optional dependent life insurance at employee cost.
• Company-paid short-term disability and optional long-term disability at employee cost.
• 401K plan with company match.
• Annual 2% company contribution.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee assistance program.
• Various employee discounts.