Bituminous/Asphalt (COB)

Job Description

Job Description

This is an advanced level position involving technician work in a highway materials testing facility. This position will be working in the Asphalt Binder Laboratory
Role and Responsibilities

General activities include the following: logging and preparing asphalt samples for testing; performing laboratory testing in accordance with the applicable Florida Sampling and Testing Methods (FSTM), American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), or American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) test methods. Report results precisely in the appropriate databases. Keep all testing equipment calibrated and in good working order.

Specific job duties include: 

1.     Logging and preparing asphalt mixture samples for testing 

2.     Handling hazardous materials with appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), provided by the Department

3.     Performing extraction and recovery of asphalt binder materials from solutions

4.     Performing Dynamic Shear Rheometer testing of asphalt materials 

5.     Performing other tests on asphalt materials as needed per specifications

6.     Entering test information into the appropriate database(s)

7.     Maintaining and calibrating testing equipment 

8.     Performing other related duties as assigned 

Qualifications

Ability to follow detailed testing procedures 

Ability to maintain accurate data records 

Ability to manage multiple work assignments simultaneously 

Ability to operate a personal computer and use Microsoft Excel 

Ability to communicate engineering information effectively 

Ability to lift 50 pounds  

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others 

Ability to maintain a safe and clean working environment 

Ability to use engineering tools, instruments, and equipment 

High school diploma or equivalent

Quality Labor Management (QLM) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, transgender status or sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Company complies with applicable Federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.