What are the responsibilities and job description for the Austin - GEO Lab Tech position at Terradyne Engineering, Inc.?
Description
Job Summary
As a geotechnical lab technician, you will be playing a critical role in analyzing soil, rocks, and groundwater samples collected from field investigations.
About Terradyne Engineering
At Terradyne Engineering we have been the experts in geotechnical and environmental engineering since 1995. We love giving back to our community, and here are some of the organizations we support: American Red Cross; Habitat for Humanity; Operation Finally Home, and this is to name a few.
Here at Terradyne Engineering, we pay for any certifications needed that the team member needs to be successful in his/her career! You can increase your pay after 90 days of employment when you pass a needed certification! We invest in your career!
Requirements
Job Responsibilities
- Communicating test status and results to Lab Supervisor and/or Department Manager
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and tasks simultaneously with minimal supervision
- Adhering to deadlines
- Ability to be flexible during peak times
- Promoting a safe work environment and maintaining a clean and organized work area
- Assisting with AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials) proficiency testing as required
- Great attention to detail is required
- Reporting any issues to the supervisor/manager
- Any other task requested by the supervisor/ manager
Job Skills & Requirements
- Love and enjoy working indoors.
- Geology background preferred but it I not required.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Always adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Ability to read and interpret technical procedures
- Understanding of the importance of QC (Quality Control) in the laboratory.
- Must be a self-starter, reliable, and come with a good and humble attitude
- Attention to detail.
- Strong teamwork, communication, multitasking, and organizational skills.
- Basic computer skills such as Word and Excel.
- Basic Math knowledge.
- Clean MVR, background, and drug screening.
- Valid driver's license.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Tasks assigned by the supervisor or manager
Benefits
- Medical insurance (United Healthcare)
- Dental & Vision (Guardian)
- Aflac (Additional insurance)
- 401K Match (Principal)
- PTO accrual since (start accruing since your 1st workday)
- 7 Paid Holidays (It varies per job site/client needs)
- Opportunities for professional development, training, and growth.
- Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
We’re an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Terradyne Engineering Core Values
Integrity| Loyalty | Commitment to excellence | Ambitious/Hardworking | Passionate | Humility