Lab Technician I

Department: Construction Management

Location: Layton, UT

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. As a Lab Tech I, you will perform laboratory tests on soils, aggregates and HMA, prepare reports, and collect samples from jobsites and plants for a wide variety of transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team of construction managers, office managers, inspectors, and contractors to successfully complete the construction of projects.
• Perform field sampling and testing, and perform laboratory testing per UDOT, AASHTO, ASTM, and other agency procedures and processes.
• Complete test reports and documentation per UDOT and other agency requirements for all testing performed.
• Work alongside UDOT construction crew or other agency construction management personnel in an augmentation role.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

• Certification under American Concrete Institute (ACI) as Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I required or UDOT equivalent.
• Certification under WAQTC guidelines for Sampling and Density (SRDTT).
• Solid organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact with clients and multi‑discipline team members.
• Willingness to work on projects locally and travel between labs daily.
• Willingness to work either day or night shift depending on construction schedules.
• Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• 0‑4 years of experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%.
• Professional development opportunities including in‑house training.
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure.

Pay

$25.00 – $30.00 per hour