Lab Technician (civil)

A **Civil Engineering Lab Technician** is responsible for testing construction materials—such as soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregates, and bitumen—to ensure they meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards. They play a vital role in quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) for infrastructure projects like roads, buildings, and bridges.

The Civil Engineering Lab Technician performs a mix of laboratory experiments and field testing. Working under the supervision of civil engineers or laboratory managers, they gather samples, execute standardized physical and mechanical tests, maintain precise records, and calibrate specialized testing machinery.

Key Responsibilities**1\. Material Testing \& Analysis**

• Perform standard tests on **soil and aggregates** (e.g., Proctor compaction, sieve analysis, liquid/plastic limits, and California Bearing Ratio \[CBR] tests).
• Conduct **concrete and masonry tests** (e.g., slump tests, compressive strength tests, and curing checks).
• Execute **asphalt and bitumen testing** (e.g., Marshall stability, penetration, viscosity, and binder content).
• Follow strict regional and international testing standards such as **ASTM, AASHTO, IS, or IRC codes**.

• *2\. Sample Collection \& Site Support**

• Travel to construction sites or quarries to collect raw material samples.
• Prepare and construct test specimens (e.g., molding concrete cylinders or masonry blocks).
• Assist field teams with on\-site testing, such as compaction or layer thickness checks using specialized gauges.
• **3\. Equipment Maintenance \& Calibration**
• Operate complex laboratory machinery including Universal Testing Machines (UTM), compression testers, ovens, and balances.

• *4\. Documentation \& Data Reporting**

• Record raw experimental data accurately in digital spreadsheets or laboratory software.
• Prepare structured **quality control reports** summarizing test results for project managers and engineers.
• Flag any material defects or non\-conformance issues immediately to halt the use of substandard materials.

• *5\. Safety \& Lab Upkeep**

• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard\-free laboratory environment.
• Adhere strictly to **Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE)** guidelines and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform routine **cleaning, troubleshooting, and calibration** of lab instruments.
• Maintain detailed equipment logs and dead stock registers to ensure compliance during audits.
• Interested candidate can connect with us by sharing their updated resume through the email address or contact number below
• **Email ID**: ekam.hrconnect@gmail.com
• **Contact No**: 8624066516
• We look to forward hearing from you!

Pay: ₹8,100\.00 \- ₹29,000\.00 per month

Benefits

• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person