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Laboratory Soils/Materials Technician II

Leighton, a Verdantas Company

Job Description

Job Description

Description

We are Leighton, a Verdantas company!

 

Leighton boasts a 62 year legacy providing innovative geotechnical, geologic, environmental, materials testing, and special inspection solutions to local municipalities, public agencies, and private clients across southern California.  The Leighton difference lies in our expertise, our passion, and, most importantly, our people. Together with Verdantas, we are committed to supporting our clients with sustainable, high-quality, value-added services. Be a part of building the next great comprehensive environmental, energy, water, and civil infrastructure consulting firm. Partner with your peers and leaders to make a lasting, positive impact on society through some unique projects affecting our clients and our communities. 

We are seeking an experienced and talented Laboratory Soils/Materials Technician to join our Southern California team for our San Diego office. This is a non-exempt position.

Responsibilities:
  • Perform laboratory tests on construction materials (moisture content, compaction, sieves, hydrometers, atterberg limits, corrosion suites, and expansion index, concrete flexural strength, etc.) 
  • Apply basic computer data templates, interpret test data, and prepare reports of test data 
  • Calibrate laboratory equipment and maintain calibration schedule and records 
Qualifications:
  • High School diploma or GED 
  • 2 plus years in Civil Engineering or lab testing, preferred
  • Caltrans Certification
  • Strong math skills  
  • Willingness to work in a soils environment which may require getting dirty
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis and operate hand-controlled testing equipment 
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record 
Benefits:
  • Flexible Work Environment  
  • Paid Parental Leave 
  • Medical  
  • Dental  
  • Vision  
  • Life and AD&D Insurance 
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
  • 401(k) with Company Match  
  • Paid Time Off + Holidays 
Vacancy posted 6 days ago
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