Petrography Technician - Saint Paul, United States - American Engineering Testing Inc

Description

Job Description

About Us

American Engineering Testing, Inc. (AET) specializes in geotechnical engineering, pavement engineering, environmental consulting, building technology consulting, construction materials design and testing, and petrographic/chemical analysis. Our extensive in-house resources and solid reputation attract quality-focused regional, national, and international clients from a wide range of industries.

At American Engineering Testing you'll have the opportunity to work with the best and brightest in the industry. Everyday our employees apply their diverse skills, expertise, and knowledge to our mission of engineering and delivering creative solutions that improve our world. We'll support you as a valued member of our team, whether you're established in your career or just starting out, through training programs, hands-on experience, mentoring opportunities, and guidance from respected industry leaders. As a 100% employee-owned company, our employees share in the rewards of our growth and success.

Job Summary

With oversight and supervision (as required), perform sample preparation of construction materials (concrete, rock, aggregate, brick, mortar, etc.) for microscopic investigation and testing. Prepare samples for chemistry work and clean chemistry glassware.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations or workable solutions may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Perform sample preparation using sectioning machinery and hand lapping.
• Prepare samples for chemical testing: crushing, sieving, weighing samples.
• Clean chemistry glassware.
• Learn other petrographic and chemistry laboratory procedures and skills.

Other Areas of Accountability

• Conduct field, laboratory and office activities in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local environmental, health, and safety regulations and AET's Health and Safety Policy, and that promotes the safety and protection of employees, clients and the public.
• Properly use and maintain company instruments and equipment.
• Maintain the quality of service and work product.
• Coordinate with other AET staff with the ultimate goal of increasing efficiency, productivity and communication.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Geology/chemistry/earth science/civil engineering student or graduate preferred.
• Previous laboratory technician expertise preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of people, work effectively within project teams, resolve issues and problems in a constructive manner, and work independently in the field.
• Ability to appropriately identify issues and/or problems that should be escalated to higher level staff.

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of AET to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.