Asphalt Technician Position Available In Cortland, New York

Job Title:

Asphalt TechnicianOverview:

Under administrative and technical supervision by the

Laboratory Manager:

Operates and supports the use of laboratory testing apparatuses. This includes equipment calibration as well as sample preparation and instrumentation. Prepares lab results for further analyses in the following capacities:

Asphalt Binder and Quality Assurance Testing – routine laboratory analysis for asphalt material certification.

Develops and maintains proficiency in asphalt materials test procedures. Conducts testing related to these lab procedures with the need for only moderate supervision.

Maintains and is responsible for the maintenance, organization, and cleanliness of the laboratory and laboratory equipment.

Contributes to maintaining AASHTO Accreditation by conducting verification and calibration of equipment in the Asphalt Binder Laboratory, participating in training and procedural reviews, and preparing for inspections by AASHTO re:source.

The purpose of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position. The selected candidate may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

Safety Expectations:

All Suit-Kote employees are required to comply with all safety rules and to observe safe work practices and operating procedures at all times. Whenever on Suit-Kote property or job sites, or operating Suit- Kote equipment, employees are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that promotes the safety of the employee, co-workers and others.

Responsibilities/Job Duties:

Perform routine daily testing of materialsClear and concise reporting of all findings to immediate supervisorMaintain a clean and safe work environment

Required Skills/Abilities:

Strong work ethicStrong attention to detailGood time management skillsAttendance is “highly critical”FLEXIBILTY- Overtime and weekend hours are anticipated and with minimal noticeTravel throughout NY and PA sometimes required.

Passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening is required and a background check will be conductedConsent to a DMV license evaluationMust have or be willing to obtain an OSHA 10

Hour Safety CertificatePhysical Requirements:

Must be able to lift 50 poundsObserve and comply with necessary PPE requirementsMust be able to work in a noisy area with many odors presentBending, stretching, stooping, kneeling, crawling and squatting

Other Preferred Qualities:

Associates degree in Engineering Science or Construction TechnologyAbility to read and understand SDSBasic computer skills (Microsoft Office)National Binder Technician Certification from

Asphalt Institute or NETTCPSalary:

$18-$25/hourPosition is considered full time, but seasonal in nature, with anticipated lay-off in the November thru March time-frame. Site specific locations may have varying seasonal requirements that can extend or contract these timeframes.

Additional Duties:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. You will be expected to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by your supervisor.

Benefits:

Suit-Kote offers competitive wages, paid time off, and a growth oriented work environment. We extend employer-paid medical and dental benefits, as well as company-paid life insurance to all full-time employees. Personnel are eligible for participation in our 401k plan as well.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledFor more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https:

//suitkote.applicantpro.com/jobs/3770807-1042311.html

Minimum Salary:

18

Maximum Salary:

25

Salary Unit:

Hourly