Lab Assistant Asphalt and Aggregates
- Saint-Eustache, QC, Canada
- St-Eustache, QC, J7P 4C1, Canada
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- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Join Amrize as a Lab Assistant Asphalt and Aggregates and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter - and build a career with a company that’s building North America - we want to hear from you!
ABOUT THE ROLE
In close collaboration with the entire experienced laboratory team, the laboratory assistant supports the department in carrying out the various stages of the quality control process for aggregates and mixes.
WHAT YOU’LL ACCOMPLISH
- Visual inspection of the reserves and loading surfaces. Inform the lab technician of any identified issues (segregation, contamination, lack of equipment, etc.).
- Follow the sampling frequency indicated in the Quality Plan for quality monitoring in production and delivery.
- Perform quality control of aggregates (particle size, LA, micro Deval, etc.) and asphalt mixes (bitumen extraction, particle size, mass density, etc.) according to current standards and procedures.
- Record the results in the appropriate systems.
- Notify the lab technician of any non-conformance.
- Clean the laboratory at the end of each day and perform basic equipment maintenance.
- · Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
- CEGEP, DEC, or Attestation of Collegial Studies (AEC) (materials quality control, civil engineering, or equivalent).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office / G-Suite.
Additional Requirements:
- Be concerned about the accuracy of the information collected.
- Fluency in French (spoken and written).
- Valid driver’s license (class 5).
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.
WHAT WE OFFER
- An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves.
- A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.
- Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The lab assistant supports the quality control process by performing visual inspections, sampling, and testing of asphalt and aggregates. They are also responsible for recording results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to health and safety policies.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a CEGEP, DEC, or AEC in materials quality control, civil engineering, or a related field. Proficiency in Microsoft Office/G-Suite, a valid class 5 driver's license, and fluency in French are required.
Skills
- Quality control
- Asphalt testing
- Aggregate testing
- Laboratory maintenance
- Visual inspection
- Data recording
- Microsoft Office
- G-Suite
- Safety protocols
- Particle size analysis
- Bitumen extraction
- Mass density testing
- Communication
- Environmental compliance
Benefits
- Inclusive and welcoming environment
- Collaborative work culture
- Personal protective equipment provided
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Construction
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Science & Research
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Asphalt
- Aggregates
- Quality control
- Laboratory assistant
- Civil engineering
- Materials testing
- Bitumen extraction
- Particle size
- Mass density
- Safety protocols
- PPE
- Environmental policies
- Production monitoring
- Data entry
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality plan
- St-Eustache