CMT Laboratory Technician 2

External Description

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a CMT Laboratory Technician 2 to join our Tempe, AZ team! Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Safety is first and foremost. Abide by Atlas’s health and safety policies and procedures and promote the same to the Arizona Materials Practice Team.
• Working independently or with a team to proficiently perform thorough testing of materials including: Soil, Aggregate,
• Concrete, Asphaltic Concrete, and other construction materials.
• Collect samples of soil, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials from various job sites, when required.
• Prepare and label samples for testing according to standard procedures.
• Describe, communicate, and understand results derived from technical testing performed in laboratory.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments, ensuring they are calibrated and functioning properly.
• Assist teammates with technical advancement within our peer-training program.
• Prepare detailed reports of findings and communicate results to the Lab Manager or project team.
• Identify and communicate deficiencies in materials when encountered.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and quality control protocols.
• Meticulously record data derived from testing performed in laboratory.
• Communicate with staff and supervisors effectively and professionally.
• Follow standardized testing methods and procedures accurately and consistently.
• Participate in internal and external audits as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.

Requirements

Minimum requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, pass MVR Background check.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Pass a pre-employment Drug Test.
• 3 or more years of experience in a similar role.
• Project or personnel management experience is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs. at least waste high.

Technical requirements:

• Professional licensing and certifications in construction materials testing, such as ATTI, ACI, NICET, NRMCA, ICC, or similar.

• Radiation Safety Certification.

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Being involved with industry groups/committees.
• Proactively advance technical abilities and certifications.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values:

We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work. We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate, and respectful way. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide. We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities. Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy