Field Laboratory Technician

Field Laboratory TechnicianReq ID 14720Field Laboratory TechnicianWho We AreAt WSP, we are driven by inspiring future-ready pioneers to innovate. We’re looking to grow our teams with people who are ready to collaborate in building communities and expanding our skylines. To do this, we hire candidates of all experiences, skillsets, backgrounds and walks of life. We actively foster a work environment and culture where inclusion and diversity is part of our fundamental structure. This is delivered behaviorally, through our policies, trainings, local partnerships with professional diverse organizations, internal networks and most importantly with the support and sponsorship of our leaders who help drive our commitment to an inclusive, diverse, welcoming and equitable work environment. Anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!This OpportunityWSP is currently initiating a search for a Field Laboratory Technician for our Albuquerque, NM office. Be involved in projects with our PMCM Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges.Your Impact

Perform sampling of earthwork, Hot-Mix Asphalt, Base Course and crushed material at highway construction sites, portable crushers and hot-mix plants.

Perform field laboratory testing of earthwork, backfill, hot-mix, base course and other highway materials as per NMDOT minimum testing requirements, contract specifications and AASHTO/ASTM testing procedures.

Perform laboratory tests such as but not limited to gradations, proctors (soil density and moisture), R-Value, fractured face, liquid limit, sand equivalence, asphalt content

Document all test results electronically and by paper filing using prescribed forms and spreadsheets

Prepare and submit monthly summary of testing credit reports

Keep supervisor informed of all test results within 24 hours of completing the test.

Report pay quantities in Sitemanger or field source books

Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures

Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs

#LI-TD1Who You AreRequired Qualifications

High school diploma

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience with 2 years of highway and bridge construction field laboratory materials sampling and testing experience

New Mexico Department of Transportation TTCP Soils Certification; TTCP Aggregate Certification; TTCP Hot Mix Certification. (TTCP – Technician Training and Certification Program)

Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.

Valid state driver’s license.

Must successfully complete and pass WSP’s Motor Vehicle screeningThis position is contingent upon WSP being selected for a contract or program we are currently pursuing.

Additional Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Additional Details

Travel Required: 100%

Job Status: Regular

Employee Type: Full

Primary Location: ALBUQUERQUE - LOUISIANA BLVD

All locations: US-NM-Albuquerque, US-NM-Carlsbad, US-NM-Farmington, US-NM-Las Cruces, US-NM-Questa, US-NM-Santa Fe, US-NM-Socorro

About WSPWSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. www.wsp.comWSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.