Concrete/Cement Laboratory Technician

The Concrete Science group at Braun Intertec is looking for a technician to join our Chicago, IL materials lab team. Duties will include concrete materials batching & testing, chemical testing on cementitious materials, physical testing of cementitious products and concrete materials, as well as helping with sample preparation on petrographic projects.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and perform testing in the concrete batching laboratory
• Durability testing on concrete products
• Conduct technical work on laboratory projects with oversight of senior staff
• Perform various chemical tests on cementitious materials and mortars
• Perform various mortar tests on cementitious materials.
• Prepare samples for petrographic analysis by making petrographic thin sections, and sample cutting and polishing
• Maintain well organized laboratory and project timelines.
• Willing and able to learn new methods and techniques for testing cementitious materials.
• Ability to move from task to task efficiently and effectively.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of work experience in the aggregates, concrete or cement industry
• A safety first attitude
• Ability to conduct technical laboratory work and follow standard testing procedures such as ACI and/or ASTM
• A demonstrated ability to learn and apply technical concepts
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Microsoft Office 365 experience
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• A High School diploma or equivalent

Braun Intertec is a Drug-Free Workplace and require all new hires to complete a pre-employment drug screen test, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report.

Braun Intertec employees are encouraged to expand their skills and certifications through company provided training and mentoring.

Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, PTO, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), and paid holidays.

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Compensation Range:

$45,000.00 - $74,000.00