What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Soil and Concrete Laboratory Technician II position at BUNNELL LAMMONS ENGINEERING?
Location: Fletcher, NC
Reports To: Lab Manager
Status: Full Time/Non-Exempt
Overview of Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, Inc.
At Bunnell-Lammons Engineering (BLE), our core principles shape everything we do. We put people first, prioritizing our clients, employees, and community in every decision. We believe trust is earned through honesty, dependability, and delivering on our promises. Clear, timely communication keeps our clients and partners informed, while a commitment to excellence drives us to produce work that consistently sets the standard in our industry. Most importantly, we honor every commitment we make and believe that no challenge is too complex when the right people work together. These values define who we are, how we operate, and the kind of team we continue to build.
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To be a considered applicant:
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship and able to interview on site where the position is located.
Position Overview
As a Geotechnical Soils and Construction Materials Laboratory Technician Level II at Bunnell Lammons Engineering, Inc. (BLE), you will assume a pivotal role in our organization's dedication to excellence in our AASHTO and CCRL accredited laboratory. Reporting directly to our Lab manager. An essential aspect of your role is to perform geotechnical soil testing by ASTM standards and contribute to the continuous development of a collaborative team environment. Your expertise and dedication will play a critical role in maintaining the high standards of our laboratory and ensuring the success of our projects.
Minimum Job Requirements
- 2 out of 3 of these ACI Certifications
- ACI Aggregate Base Testing Technician
- ACI Aggregate Testing Technician – Level 1
- ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician
- 3 years of experience working in a geotechnical or construction material laboratory
- High School or General Education Equivalent (GED)
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner.
- Basic level proficiency in MS Office applications (Word & Excel).
- Good handwriting skills
- Ability to use hand tools and testing apparatuses.
- Ability to stand, squat, kneel or bend over for extended periods.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be self-motivated, able to efficiently work independently while completing scheduled tasks
- Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with team members, and BLE leadership.
Daily Functions and Duties
- Geotechnical Soils and Concrete sample processing
- Utilizing basic measurement tools
- Performing basic soil and concrete tests such as:
- Standard or Modified Proctors, ASTM D698/D1557
- Atterberg Limits, ASTM D4318
- Soil Sieve Analysis, ASTM D422/6913
- Hydrometer Sieve Analysis, ASTM D7928
- Concrete Compressive Strength Testing, ASTM C39/C1019/C42/C109
- California Bearing Ratio, ASTM D1883
- Specific Gravity of Soils, ASTM D854
- pH of Soils ASTM D4972
- Resistivity of Soils ASTM G187
- Organic Content of Soils ASTM D2974
- Aggregate Sieve Analysis ASTM C136
This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all duties, functions, or procedures that may be required. The organization reserves the right to modify this description and may, from time to time, reassign employees to alternate positions based on business needs. Such changes may occur without prior notice and are aimed at ensuring operational efficiency.
Why Join Us?
- Industry-leading reputation with a diverse and growing project portfolio.
- Collaborative, supportive work environment where your leadership makes a visible impact.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a dynamic, expanding organization.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and more.
Benefits
- Medical/Vision/Dental
- 401(K) with partial company matching.
- Life Insurance
- Short/long term disability
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave.
- Eight (8) paid holidays.
- Vehicle allowance