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JOIN OUR TEAM AS A CONSTRUCTION LABORATORY TECHNICIAN!

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

EBA Engineering, Inc. (EBA) is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support our Construction Materials Testing Laboratory in Laurel, MD. Laboratory Technicians assist the Lab Manager with quality control testing and accurate documentation of construction materials. This role requires certain MARTCP and safety certifications, which must be obtained prior to or within 90 days of employment. If you enjoy hands-on testing, problem-solving, and contributing to high-quality engineering projects, we want to hear from you. Grow your career with EBA-apply today!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform laboratory testing for asphalt samples, including binder content, aggregate gradation, bulk specific gravity, maximum specific gravity, and gyratory compaction.
• Conduct soil and aggregate laboratory tests such as soil moisture, moisture-density tests (Proctor), California Bearing Ratio (CBR), grain-size analysis, and Atterberg limits.
• Perform compressive strength testing on concrete cylinders, cores, masonry block, and prisms.
• Receive, sort, log, and maintain concrete and construction material specimens delivered to the laboratory following established procedures.
• Perform quality control testing using the laboratory load frame. Testing may include concrete, grout, and mortar properties such as temperature, slump, air content, unit weight, and molding cylinders.
• Complete daily reports and document laboratory testing procedures accurately.
• Learn and apply ASTM and other laboratory test procedures.
• Perform maintenance and calibration of laboratory and field equipment as assigned.
• Conduct data entry, record keeping, and preparation of test reports.
• Perform necessary calculations of test data under supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor.

CORE REQUIREMENTS:

To excel in this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Clean driving record and a valid driver's license in good standing
• Reliable, punctual, and ability to follow instructions
• Ability to use and maintain laboratory equipment safely and effectively
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work outdoors in varying weather conditions and terrains.
• Basic math and computer knowledge
• Strong attention to detail

CERTIFICATIONS:

Candidates must possess the following certifications, or the ability to obtain them within 90 days of employment:

• Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician Level I
• Soil Laboratory Testing Technician
• Hot-Mix Asphalt Laboratory Technician

• Asphalt Plant Technician
• OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety Training

WHAT WE DO:

At EBA, we appreciate that our success depends upon the experience, knowledge, and teamwork of our staff. As such, we make our commitment count for our employees by valuing you and the work you do. We are committed to supporting diversity, opening doors, trading ideas, encouraging innovation, and giving our staff what they need to perform exceptional work in an exceptional atmosphere.

EBA provides civil/site, geotechnical, structural, transportation, water resources, and water systems engineering; construction management/inspection; field and laboratory material testing; asset management; and geospatial technologies services to clients throughout the Mid-Atlantic region.

We encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our team.

EBA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:

Please note that EBA does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, EBA will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, EBA explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of EBA.

Must be able to successfully pass a background check. We also conduct pre-employment drug testing. Any job offer will be based on the results of background and drug testing.