Laboratory Technician
Insight Group is a consulting firm focused on building a highly-skilled, collaborative team to provide innovative geotechnical and construction materials engineering services. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in the engineering and environmental field as part of a team that values collaboration and initiative. As a part of the IG family, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting projects, with opportunities for growth and leadership. This is the perfect time to join IG.
IG has an immediate opening for a full time Laboratory Technician for our North Charleston, SC office, to provide a variety of materials testing services and coordinating with staff and clients for field visits. The position is best suited for someone interested working in a fast-paced consultant environment, capable of effectively working as part of a collaborative design team.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Effective communication and organizational skills
• An attitude of professionalism and willingness to interact with Project Managers and field technicians
• Willingness to obtain and maintain American Concrete Institute (ACI) certifications in the fields of aggregate, concrete, and masonry
• Math skills and experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to routinely lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to regularly work for a few hours on most weekends

WHO WE ARE

IG is a geotechnical and construction materials engineering consultant group located in Charleston, SC. Our mission is to leverage our technical expertise in the region to provide valued clients with innovative, high-quality, and practical solutions in the fields of geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, and environmental engineering to efficiently design and construct civil engineering projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As part of an experienced team, you will apply your testing capabilities to a variety of projects. Applicants shall be detailed oriented, organized, proficient in basic mathematics, and have strong communication skills. Report writing and computer skills are a plus. Experience working in a laboratory setting or within the construction inspection field is a plus. Entry level applicants encouraged to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Laboratory testing of construction related materials including concrete, aggregate, masonry, and soil in compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, and SCDOT standards
  *Daily use of Metafield and other management & reporting software systems
  *Calibration, cleaning, maintenance, and inventory keeping of field and laboratory equipment
  *Assisting laboratory staff in maintaining laboratory accreditations by documenting equipment maintenance procedures and participating in external and internal audits