State College, Penn, US
17 hours ago
Asphalt Lab Technician, Floater - Central, PA

Subsidiary: Barrett Industries

 

 


HRI, Inc. is one of the companies that operates within Barrett Industries Corporation, the Colas USA subsidiary that operates primarily in Maryland, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York. HRI engages in heavy civil construction projects in Pennsylvania, in addition to specific project work in Maryland, West Virginia, and Virginia. Since 1947, HRI has expanded to include paving, water, sewer, airport, highway, and bridge projects as well as asphalt plants and aggregate quarries. To learn more about HRI visit www.hriinc.com/.  

Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com. 

HRI, Inc., and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com. 

Job Summary

HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has an opening for an experienced and energetic Lab Technician Floater for our asphalt plants. HRI has asphalt labs located in the Johnstown, Reynoldsville, Bellefonte, Williamsport, Milton, and Bloomsburg areas. We are a leader in asphalt paving, bituminous products, and heavy civil construction.

The candidate must be a highly motivated self-starter that can also function well with co-workers and customers.  Applicant must be able to work varying shifts and long hours dependent on market demands. 

Main Responsibilities Provide all sampling and testing information required for HRI Inc. inspection staff, and owner’s representative Conduct daily meetings with onsite staff to discuss daily testing needs Keep up to date with all current and developing technologies required to perform the job Responsible for safely operating, maintaining, and caring for assigned testing equipment  Designing new PennDOT certified HMA mix designs Assist asphalt plant team members during production/maintenance and criteria Conduct follow-up to review results and any findings that may affect construction or payment Keep thorough records of all sampling, testing, and calculations performed on project for submission Skills Previous experience and knowledge with mix designs, sampling, testing of asphalt, and/or related fields preferred Proficient in Excel, and Word Education High school diploma or equivalent preferred Valid drivers’ license with the ability to maintain a clean driving history Level 1 or 2 Asphalt Technician Certification preferred Physical Requirements Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Company safety guidelines Regularly required to lift and /or move up to 50 pounds with or without assistance Regularly required to use hands to move and manipulate objects Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear)  Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain Frequent exposure to loud noise  Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles Regularly exposed to fuel, oil, and other chemicals Required to work varying hours, including nights/weekends, Overtime as required Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements Proven track record working safely Good work ethic, professional, and positive attitude Travel will be required Benefits Choice of 3 Medical Plan Options Prescription Drug Coverage Dental and Vision Plans Flexible Spending Account or Health Savings Options Access to Telemedicine and Healthcare Advocacy Services Employee Assistance Program  Life and AD&D Insurance  Disability Insurance  401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match Great starting rates Sign on Bonus will be awarded to all hired candidates after 90 days of employment

 

 

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying complete any part of the application process access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

 

HRI, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer 

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com. 

 

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document.  If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying complete any part of the application process access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying
 

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com. 

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