Geotechnical - Soil Testing Lab Technician - 1969

Job Description

Job Description

Geotechnical - Soil Testing Lab Technician

LAB POSITION OVERVIEW:
Our client is a well-respected and established firm located in Albuquerque. You'll work in a small analytical laboratory, testing soil properties for multiple clients in government, environment, construction and engineering industries.

This is a technician level position of open duration. Responsibilities include measuring soil physics and geotechnical properties, as well as assembling testing equipment and monitoring research experiments. The job duties include a lot of moving soil samples and entering data. This is a physical job, mostly indoors in the lab.
You will be required to pass drug testing and pass a background check if offered the position. Our client may opt to hire permanently after a few months working as a contractor.

SKILLS, EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:

• An Associate degree or higher in an earth sciences area such as Geoscience, Geology, Environmental, Earth Sciences, Hydrology, Geophysics, Mineralogy, Volcanology, Forestry, Chemistry, Biology or experience in Civil / Structural Engineering with soil stability, or related scientific field is preferred.
• Direct applicable experience in lieu of a science degree with related experience and minimum High School diploma / GED will also be considered.
• Experienced working in a testing lab, field work, sampling and/or Quality Assurance is strongly preferred.
• Knowledgeable in the application of basic math skills that will be used for laboratory testing and data interpretation.
• Ability to read basic scientific equations and apply them to generated data.
• Ability to read scientific procedures.
• Working knowledge of MS Excel and Word and comfortable entering information into a computer.
• Able to read fine increments on various measuring devices and electronic instrumentation accurately.
• Able to read, record, accurately report, and interpret data in English as established by standard laboratory practices.
• Prior experience with water and soil sampling or testing is preferred.
• Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude is a plus.

POSITION REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Able to lift and carry 50 lb. 5-gallon buckets up to 10 ft. repeatedly around the lab.
• Able to perform laboratory testing tasks while standing on a ladder at heights up to 4’ above the floor.
• Work in a standing position for full work shift.
• Perform repetitious physical movements continuously during a work shift, which include squatting and working on the floor.

PERSONAL TRAITS WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• Maturity, good interpersonal communication skills, and ability to work independently.
• Someone who is meticulous with a very high attention to detail, committed to quality.
• Works well with others, enjoys learning and loves to share knowledge.
• Understands contractual obligations to clients and is committed to deadlines and providing excellent customer service.
• Reliable attendance.

Pay Rate: $22+/-

Company Description

BESTstaff is a New Mexico Small Business that has been providing quality staff augmentation for 16 years. The Albuquerque Journal through their Reader’s Choice Award Program has names BESTstaff as a top staffing firm for the last 8 consecutive years.

Company Description

BESTstaff is a New Mexico Small Business that has been providing quality staff augmentation for 16 years. The Albuquerque Journal through their Reader’s Choice Award Program has names BESTstaff as a top staffing firm for the last 8 consecutive years.