Lab Technician- Asphalt Binder & Emulsion Testing

Job Description

Job Description

Laboratory Technician - Asphalt Binder & Emulsion Testing

Edinburg, PA

Full-Time-Seasonal

About the Role

Lindy Paving is seeking a Laboratory Technician to support testing and quality control of asphalt binders and asphalt emulsions. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with laboratory or materials testing experience who enjoys hands-on work and follows standardized testing procedures.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform laboratory testing of asphalt binders and asphalt emulsions in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, and DOT specifications
2. Prepare samples and operate laboratory testing equipment
3. Accurately document, analyze, and report test results
4. Maintain laboratory equipment, calibration records, and test logs
5. Follow laboratory safety, quality, and housekeeping standards
6. Assist with troubleshooting test results and equipment issues

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (associate degree preferred)
• Experience with asphalt binder and/or emulsion testing preferred
• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, and DOT test methods
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures
• Basic math and computer skills
• Ability to work with heated materials and lift testing samples

Preferred Experience

• Materials testing or construction materials laboratory experience
• Knowledge of PG binder testing, viscosity testing, and emulsion testing
• Experience working in a quality-controlled laboratory environment
• Valid driver's license

Work Environment

• Laboratory setting with exposure to heated asphalt materials
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required
• Standing, lifting, and physical activity as part of daily work

What We Offer

We take care of our team with a highly competitive compensation and benefits package:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Annual bonus plus profit sharing
• Opportunities for certification, training, and advancement

About Lindy:

• Widely recognized as the Tri-State area's largest and most successful paving contractor and asphalt manufacturer
• Ranked as a Top 100 Contractor by Engineering New-Recor d as part of the PJ Dick-Trumbull-Lindy Group family of construction companies
• Voted one of Pittsburgh's "Best Places to Work" multiple times
• Family-owned, Family of Companies whose core values are Safety, Quality, Integrity, Family, and Community.

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