Lab Supervisor

Lab Supervisor EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION ? At a minimum the equivalent of three years of education at an accredited college or university; B.S. preferred ? Minimum 5 years of construction materials testing experience ? Minimum of two years supervisory experience in a materials testing environment ? ACI Certification in Strength, Field, or both, a plus ? ATTI Certification in Soils/Aggregate Asphalt or ability to obtain ? Knowledge of modern engineering methods and techniques relative to engineering specifications for construction materials sampling and testing ? Knowledge of engineering theory, principles, and practices, relative to materials testing ? Knowledge of college level mathematics to include second-semester algebra and second semester geometry; entry-level calculus a plus ? Knowledge of construction materials standards and approved testing methodologies as established by ASTM, ACI, AASHTO, and ADOT ? Knowledge of necessary computer programs to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), gINT ESSENTIAL

 

JOB DUTIES ? Establishes work standards ? Determines the number and qualifications of personnel, as well as the equipment and material necessary, to satisfy workload demands ? Directs and coordinates a staff of laboratory technicians in the testing of a wide variety of materials to determine their chemical and physical properties ? Is responsible for ensuring that the different areas of the laboratory have the necessary resources to handle the workload ? Serves as liaison with laboratory managers and senior technicians ? Monitors testing activity to ensure that tests are properly performed, samples and test results are properly logged, technicians are receiving proper training, monitoring technician attendance; and coordinating and reporting to the Laboratory Manager(s) the status of the laboratory and the laboratory requirements ? Performs related work as required ? Assists QA/QC Committee to maintain AASHTO and ADOT accreditation SAMPLING/TEST PROCEDURES Must be able to perform all of the sampling and testing procedures performed in the lab

COMMUNICATION SKILLS ? Must possess strong communication skills ? Written - Must be able to write technical reports, detailing results, and conclusions with correct grammar and spelling ? Must be able to prepare training/teaching materials ? Must be able to clearly and effectively deliver instructions to technical staff ? Must be able to effectively respond to questions from department managers, project managers, technicians, clients, and governmental agencies ? Must be able to express reasons/solutions for errors/problems that occur in test data ? Must be able to conduct training/teaching sessions ? Computer - Should be able to generate, review and proof final reports; must be able to verify correct pricing

PERSONAL SKILLS ? Must be dependable, punctual, and reliable; must demonstrate ability to complete projects in a timely manner ? Should demonstrate an interest in the work and the ability to work well with others ? Should demonstrate the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, subordinates, clients, and governmental agencies PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS ? Must be physically able to perform the duties required of the other technicians that report to him

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