Asphalt Lab Tech – Seasonal

Asphalt Lab Tech - Seasonal Company: Knife River - Central Minnesota Division Department: Asphalt Location: Sauk Rapids, MN Hiring Manager: Claudia L Deloera Closing Date: 04/30/2024 at 11:59pm CDT Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary: Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we kno it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we are growing! Our team is made up of hard working people who work safely and deliver high-quality results - and we are looking for more! This position is responsible to safely collect samples of bituminous asphalt and test for conformance to specifications. Minimum Qualifications: As a successful Asphalt Lab Technician, you will have: 1. General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent 2.Ability to provide and maintain proper certifications, licensure, medical card and acceptable driving record. How To Apply Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:4787 Shadow Wood Drive NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. Duties & Responsibilities 1.Safely and properly perform laboratory tests on variety of materials (Aggregate and/or Concrete). 2.Collect material samples, identify material, and compile statistical data on test results. 3.Perform necessary tests (i.e., gradations, incinerations, rice tests, marshall tests, %crushed, etc.) 4.Examine and evaluate data - determine material quality in relation to specifications 5.Present alternative actions in relation to the evaluation. 6.Perform arithmetic operations and report findings and needed actions. 7.Maintain lab and equipment 8.Perform daily housekeeping 9.Conduct finished and in-process inspections 10.Perform concrete trial batches 11.Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations & act courteous/respectful of others. Communicate test results to appropriate stakeholders. 12.Ensure work activities comply with OSHA, EPA, safety and environmental regulations. Good housekeeping skills. 13.Travel is required. 14.Performs other duties as assigned. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.