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Materials Lab Technician (Concrete)

NOVA EngineeringColumbia, South Carolina, United StatesOnsite

NOVA Engineering is hiring a dedicated and detail-oriented
Construction Materials Lab Technician in our Columbia, SC location. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of laboratory tests on concrete and aggregate materials to ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications. 

Job Duties:


  • Perform tests on concrete and construction materials to determine its physical and engineering properties.
  • Prepare concrete samples for testing according to ASTM, AASHTO, DOT, and project-specific standards.
  • Accurately record test results and maintain detailed documentation.
  • Ensure testing equipment is calibrated and maintained in good working condition.
  • Monitor and enforce quality control procedures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of test results.
  • Compile test data into comprehensive reports and communicate findings to project managers and engineers.
  • Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.

Certifications:


  • 2+ years experience testing concrete preferred - willing to train!

Preferred Certifications:


  • ACI Strength Testing Technician Level 1
  • ACI Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1
  • ACI Aggregate Base Testing Technician

Check out our Perks:


In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits: 

  • Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
  • Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
  • Certification reimbursement and incentive program
  • Paid time off
  • Company–observed paid holidays
  • Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
  • Company paid short term disability coverage
  • Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
  • 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions 
  • Wellness program with incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Life at NOVA Engineering

Established in 1996, NOVA was originally founded to provide Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, and Construction Materials Testing and Inspection services to the design and construction community, primarily in the Eastern United States. NOVA Group Services LLC, a Delaware corporation, is the parent company of NOVA Quality Assurance Consulting Services, and NOVA Engineering and Environmental, which are the operating companies serving our Clients today. In addition to our traditional consulting, NOVA also provides Forensics/Structural Engineering Assessment Services, Building Envelope and Roofing Consulting services that include building envelope condition assessments, design development review, failure analysis, as well as building envelope/roofing testing and inspection services during construction and/or rehabilitation. NOVA has also expanded to provide industry leadership in building code compliance services that include: Municipal and Government Outsourcing, Loss Prevention, Construction Defect Mitigation, Florida Private Provider and HUD Inspection services. Currently, NOVA employs 350+ personnel located in 15 offices. Our professional staff consists of registered engineers, geologists, scientists, ICC inspectors, building officials, laboratory specialists, NICET-certified technicians, AWS-certified welding inspectors, and specialty consultants.
Thrive Here & What We Value1. Collaborative Work Environment2. Emphasis on Safety3. Recognition for Efforts and Achievements4. Professional Growth and Advancement Opportunities5. Comprehensive Benefits Package6. Wellness Program with Incentives7. Employee Assistance Program8. Diverse range of projects and services offered9. Commitment to quality and integrity10. Certification reimbursement11. 401K retirement with company matching12. Use of takehome Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites
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