Binder Laboratory Technician - Will Train

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood has an exciting career opportunity for a Binder Laboratory Technician to join our Phoenix, AZ team for an individual who is seeking to start a career. This individual will receive and test asphalt binder samples following a variety of standard procedures. Will work under the guidance of experienced staff and be trained.  We offer a variety of testing procedures on various samples from across the US.  Our ideal candidate is willing to learn, flexible and has great attention to detail.

Are you looking to work with an established engineering firm that values its employee’s enthusiasm and technical contributions? We encourage you to apply to join our team of friendly, dedicated and collaborative professionals. Our ideal candidate is seeking challenging work and is committed to quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct tests and investigations in the laboratory and/or field to obtain data for use by engineering and technical personnel in determining physical properties of bituminous materials
• Perform laboratory tests according to prescribed procedures, processes and standards
• Use specialized equipment including computer automated equipment to prepare analyses, reports, and / or technical drawings
• Clean working areas in the laboratory
• Enter data and use spreadsheet to communicate results
• Confers with senior staff on test results
• Set up, maintain and calibrate equipment
• Will use basic mathematical equations to calculate test results
• Requires some lifting and carrying
• Work around hot bituminous materials
• Work in a safe manner according to company policies, procedures, and laboratory practices

Skills / Qualifications

• Degree not needed
• Ability to use laboratory test equipment in an effective and safe manner
• Ability to understand procedural manuals and execute work orders
• Ability to prepare reports and documentation
• Attention to detail
• Ability to follow directions
• General math skills required
• May require the ability to lift and carry bituminous and other samples up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work independently
• Must pass drug test, physical, background check.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world’s most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.