Entry level concrete/soil Laboratory Technician

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.UES is a privately held, rapidly growing engineering and consulting firm with nearly six decades of experience in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, building code compliance, threshold inspections and environmental consulting. With more than 3,800 professionals across 80+ branches in high growth markets in the U.S., UES consults on projects of all sizes for public and private clients in industries ranging from transportation and healthcare to commercial, residential, and education.Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. Our work includes public and private clients, as well as public-private partnerships, and consists of projects ranging from transportation and infrastructure to aviation and aerospace. Our engineers, geologists, certified inspectors, scientists, and drillers offer an unwavering commitment to excellence, approaching each project with the knowledge that precision, professionalism, and creative solutions are what drive success and cultivate enduring client relationships.As UES continues to grow, it’s critical that we have a defined set of values that guide us like a north star. These values need to demonstrate who we are as a company and what we believe. STRIVE stands for Safety, Teamwork, Responsiveness, Integrity, Value, and Excellence.NOTE: Relocation assistance is currently unavailable. Please indicate in the notes section if you are planning to or in the process of relocating to the work location.#LI-RCUniversal Engineering Sciences (UES) is looking for entry-levelLab Technicians to join our construction materials testing lab in Kennesaw right off Hwy 41. No lab experience is necessary. A construction or manufacturing background is preferred.This role includes hands-on training with compression testing machines and soil analysis equipment. It’s not a spotless television-style lab, this is real-world testing with dirt and concrete. Think jeans and a t-shirt, but with serious career development potential with a 60-year-old company that’s one of the largest and fastest growing geo-technical engineering firms in the country, full benefits, and room to grow.As aLaboratory Assistantyou will be responsible for performing various laboratory tests involving soil, concrete and asphalt samples.Job Responsibilities:· Prepare and test samples of concrete and soils to determine their properties, including strength, durability, permeability, and other mechanical properties.· Conduct tests on materials used in construction, such as aggregates, cement, and asphalt· Responsible for maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment, ensuring that all testing procedures are performed accurately, and recording and analyzing data.· Responsible for writing reports and communicating findings to engineersRequirements are simple:18 or olderMature work ethicReliableAble to pass a background check and drug screenResponsible and eager to learnThe ability to occasionally lift 45Lbs from floor level to tabletop height.1UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statementhere#LI-RC1#LI-RC1

Created: 2025-11-03