Laboratory Supervisor - Construction Material Testing

Construction Materials Testing Laboratory Supervisor (Technician IV) - Tacoma, Washington

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Construction Materials Testing Laboratory Supervisor (Technician IV) to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc.

(Intertek-PSI) team in Tacoma, Washington.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc.

(Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction.

Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Construction Materials Testing Laboratory Supervisor (Technician IV) is responsible for performing a variety of laboratory testing and lab supervisory functions.

Salary & Benefits Information

The annual salary range for this position is $60K - $90K.

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you'll do:


* Maintain and develop laboratory testing programs and enter data gathered from laboratory tests into reports


* Perform and oversee QA testing in the lab


* Perform laboratory equipment calibrations and keep track of equipment maintenance


* Physical laboratory testing of soils, concrete, and asphalt in accordance with applicable ASTM procedures


* Operate testing equipment and conduct geotechnical and construction materials laboratory testing, (example: Atterberg Limits, Sieve Analysis, Unconfined Compressive Strength, CBR, Swell, Standard and Modified Proctors, etc.) and provides assessment of data through reporting


* Utilize drawings, specifications and diagrams.


* Technical competence to interpret and effectively communicate test procedures, specifications and results with team members, customers, consultants, and specifiers


* Complete knowledge and understanding of all equipment, test methods / methodology and applicable specifications associated with areas of responsibility

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details.

The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:


* High School diploma or equivalent


* Minimum of 5 years' experience working in a construction material testing ...