Laboratory Assistant - Portland, ME

Job ID:  503486

Non-Exempt

Hydro International, a CRH Company, is a leading global provider of advanced products, services and expertise to help municipal, industrial and construction customers to improve their water management processes, increase operational performance and reduce environmental impact. With over 40 years of experience and a reputation for engineering excellence, businesses, and public bodies all over the world rely on our products, services and integrated solutions to reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment from water pollution. We have a network of over 80 distribution partners and serve customers in more than 40 countries. As part of CRH Infrastructure Products, we are leading the water management industry with innovative, sustainable solutions and a safety-first mindset.

Job Summary

The ideal candidate in this role will work with the staff engineers to conduct experiments in the hydraulics lab and ensure that equipment is safe to operate and properly calibrated.

Job Responsibilities

• Build full scale hydraulic prototype models using piping, rigging and fabrication techniques

• Laboratory and field testing, verification, validation and demonstration of products and concepts

• Maintenance, repairs and calibration of test rigs, instruments, measuring equipment, etc.

• Maintenance of records including calibration, testing and R&D projects

• Ensure proper safety procedures, equipment, and personal protective equipment is used while performing job duties

• Monitor lab supplies and recommend purchases as required

• Maintain clean lab working area after completion of job tasks and dispose of debris properly

• Consult with facility users and advise on the feasibility of planned activities

• Determine lab needs e.g. equipment, tools, etc. and provide engineering staff with appropriate information and recommendations for improvements.

• Work in conformance with Company Policies and Procedures

• Apply requirements of the BS EN ISO 9001 as appropriate within the areas of responsibility

• Responsible for the Health, Safety and Environment aspects affecting self, employees and projects in your control

Job Requirements

• High school education or equivalent

• Ability to work with general tools and build prototypes with minimal supervision

• General knowledge of lifting and loading techniques

• Good understanding of health and safety practices

• Able to perform laboratory tasks using developed standard procedures

• Ability to multitask and run two or more projects at a time

• Ability to stand for long periods of time with regular stretch breaks

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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