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WSP USA Senior Construction Material Lab Technician in Lakeland, Florida
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Construction Material Lab Technician to join our team in Tampa, FL or Lakeland, FL. This is a senior level position to support construction materials testing for mining, transportation, and commercial/industrial construction projects. This individual may also work in the field as needed.
This individual would be involved in projects with our US Mine Waste Team and be a part of a growing organization that is uniquely positioned to solve our client’s most challenging projects. In this role you will have the opportunity to work as a part of a regional team on challenging mining, heavy civil, and geotechnical projects.
Your Impact
Working within our Mine Waste team on civil and geotechnical engineering projects for the mining industry
Performing engineering tasks such as:
Soil, concrete, asphalt and geosynthetic liner material testing.
Collect samples and perform lab analytical at the onsite lab.
Operating standard construction materials laboratory testing equipment.
Performing analysis or calculations to check accuracy of test data.
Data input for report preparation and submittal to clients.
May work in the field as needed doing soil sampling and testing.
Site and material characterization
Comply with company and client safety guidelines and site-specific procedures.
Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
Work collaboratively with other engineers and planners on projects with infrastructure authorities on Federal, State, regional, and locally funded improvement and development projects.
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.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
Current valid driver’s license
Proficient in basic mathematics with good writing skills
Ability to lift 50 pounds. Will routinely lift and carry materials and equipment.
Must pass drug test, physical, and background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company’s driving (MVR) policy
Strong communication skills.
Have relevant experience related to:
Geotechnical field investigations,
Site and material characterization,
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
Ability to work both independently and on teams.
Comfortable working in remote settings
Ability and willingness to travel.
Ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
Occasional travel may be required depending on project-specific requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in closely related discipline is preferred.
Florida phosphate and aggregate mining experience.
MSHA New Miner certification.
Ability to prepare reports and documentation.
Ability to read & interpret plans & specifications.
Become concrete certified by ACI.
Nuclear density testing.
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About WSP
WSP 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.
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WSP 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.