Lab Technician

Lab Tech

Pay rate: $22.00 - $23.00/hr

Hours: 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday

Location: Chicago, IL 60638

Duration: 3 months, covering for a leave of absence.

The Lab Technician supports construction materials testing by preparing concrete test batches, performing standardized property tests, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment. This role ensures accurate results for quality control, engineering, and production teams.

• Prepare materials, equipment, and tools needed for mixing and testing.
• Maintain testing equipment and verify calibration.
• Document test results in logs or digital systems.
• Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Assist with sample collection, labeling, and storage.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Knowledge of chemical mixing/batching preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and stand for long periods.
• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently.

• 3 years’ experience in a laboratory, industrial, construction, or hands‑on technical environment.
• Experience using computers and spreadsheet software (Microsoft 365).
• Experience in a construction materials testing laboratory or familiarity with ASTM/ACI testing procedures.
• 1 year experience performing quality testing or quality audits.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Associate degree or coursework in materials science, construction technology, engineering technology, or similar.
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I certification.

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.