Geotechnical Laboratory Technician(Round Rock, TX)

Beyond Engineering and Testing, LLC (Beyond) is currently seeking a full-time Geotechnical Laboratory Technician to join our team in Round Rock, Texas. Beyond is an accredited and licensed Texas and New Mexico engineering firm that provides geotechnical and construction material testing services, with offices located in Texas (Midland, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin-Round Rock), and in New Mexico (Carlsbad). We have experienced significant growth and success in commercial, municipal, infrastructure and transportation projects. This is an opportunity to develop a lasting career that rewards motivated and dedicated individuals.

Must understand & personify Beyond's Core Beliefs / Values

Client Satisfaction - Listen and understands to the clients to meet the goal of always exceeding our clients expectations.

Employee Happiness - Able to work well with others, communicate clearly with coworkers, promote a positive work environment and mediate conflicts between team members.

Quality Work - Ability to take ownership, work independently, prioritize workload and deliver quality results on time and efficiently.

Go Above and Beyond - versatility, flexibility, ability to anticipate the needs of the company, take the initiative and a willingness to go out of your way to assist others

Job Duties

The Geotechnical Laboratory Technician will be placed in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility and be required to maintain safety and quality standards on all work assignments. The Geotechnical Laboratory Technician r’s primary responsibility is to assist the Geotechnical Laboratory Manager to conduct geotechnical laboratory testing in a safe, accurate and efficient manner. This will include coordinating sample receiving, classification and characterization of soil properties; interpretation of assignment of laboratory tests; performing geotechnical laboratory testing (consolidation, swell, permeability, direct shear, unconfined compression, triaxial, CBR, etc.) in accordance with ASTM/TxDOT/AASHTO/USCOE testing procedures/standards, calculation of laboratory testing; and data entry into proprietary software programs. Additional responsibilities include assisting the Geotechnical Laboratory Manager with: (a) lab equipment (b) maintenance/calibrations and (c) training log documentations, AMRL proficiencies and audits, the efficient and economical use of laboratory equipment and resources; review of test reports prior to submission; managing assigned laboratory personnel; and training technicians in the laboratory.

Job Requirements

• Associate degree or equivilant.
• Possess the ability to perform Lab testing activities, which involves lifting heavy tools and soil/rock sample box/bucket of 50 lbs.
• Knowledge/experience in ASTM/TxDOT/AASHTO/USCOE geotechnical/material testing procedures preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interact with fellow staff and clients.
• Able to distinguish colors and shades of color for identification and analysis of soil/aggregate samples.
• Work in laboratory/warehouse environment as well as outside under varying weather conditions.
• Entrepreneurial and motivated individual who understands the value in working toward success by delivering the highest quality of services to our clients.

Benefits

BEYOND is committed to investing in talented employees because we recognize that healthy, happy employees provide the best path to sustaining a successful business. BEYOND offers competitive salaries and benefits for full-time employees, including:

• Competitive pay and bonus
• 401k with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay
• Medical, vision and dental insurance coverage.
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved education pursuits.

Individuals must be authorized to legally work in the U.S. Candidates will go through background, driver’s license, and drug tests.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person