Construction Materials Testing Lab Technician

Construction Materials Testing Lab Technician

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: CONST002005

• Posted : October 27, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Hourly Range : $19.63 USD to $22.55 USD

Locations

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Columbia, MD 21045, USA

• Pay or shift range: $19.63 USD to $21.09 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophyof mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

We're always on the lookout for enthusiasticindividuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.

Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.

Who we are looking for:

This position will carry out a variety of physical tasks to include properly performing, recording and reporting the results of basic laboratory procedures for soils, asphalt, aggregates, and concrete (for compaction, particle size, quality, and chemical composition) using a variety of specialized equipment including nuclear soils density gauge, scales, meters, or other apparatus.

What you’ll be doing:

Including but not limited to:

• Performing basic laboratory tests on soils, aggregate, masonry, asphalt and preparing reports of results
• Maintaining a log of all samples
• Apply basic mathematical formulas and concepts to calculate quantities, estimate volumes, and inspect constructed work
• Entering test results into a web-based computer program
• Calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment
• Communicating with clients, contractors, engineers and technicians regarding construction laboratory testing
• Other duties as assigned

What you need to have:

• No experience needed, 1+ years of relevant experience preferred
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• ACI Level I Concrete, state DOT, or ICC certifications in concrete highly preferred
• Ability to multi-task and meat deadlines
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams to achieve goals
• Excellent attention to details
• Valid driver’s license and good-standing driving record
• Some travel will be required
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.

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