Asphalt Technician I
About The Position
The Hunt family of companies are a privately owned group of entities that include oil and gas exploration and production, refining, LNG, power, renewables, real estate, ranching and infrastructure. The mission of Hunt is to be a growth-oriented industry leader respected throughout the world for the quality and competency of its people, the efficiency and scope of its operations, and its rich heritage of honesty and integrity. For 75 years, Hunt Refining Company has built a reputation of excellence by safely producing high-quality products, including transportation fuels and asphalt products, to meet the needs of its customers. Hunt Refining Company owns and operates a refinery in Tuscaloosa, Alabama and its subsidiary, Hunt Southland Refining Company, LLC, owns and operates a refinery in Sandersville, Mississippi. Hunt Refining and Hunt Southland Refining Company, LLC, also operate transportation, terminal and storage facilities in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, and Tennessee that allow products to reach several major markets in the southeastern United States
Requirements
- An associate degree and two years of experience testing asphalt binders/emulsions or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Analytical and critical reasoning skills to evaluate test results, recognize abnormal or inconsistent data, and determine whether discrepancies may be due to data errors, instrument calibration issues, or other factors.
- Must have a valid driver license.
- Must qualify with the Asphalt Institute as a national binder and emulsion technician.
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds maximum infrequently, lift and carry up to 30 pounds frequently.
- Requires reaching, handling, fingering and feeling.
- Must be able to stoop, kneel, and/or crouch on an infrequent basis.
- Walks and stands on tile floors for the majority of the workday.
Nice To Haves
- Previous asphalt binder/emulsion testing certifications with professional laboratory experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Performs complete assay of asphalt products using ASTM and AASHTO standards to generate analysis certificates and support product quality
- Carries out physical and chemical tests on asphalt binders and emulsions to support product development efforts
- Assists asphalt scientists with research studies and experiments by collecting data
- Participates in the AASHTO resource accreditation process and proficiency sample program
- Operates, calibrates, and performs basic maintenance on testing equipment
- Assists with the lab production and testing of asphalt emulsions and modified binders
- Evaluates physical properties of industrial products as needed
- Communicates clearly in written and spoken English
- Keeps a detailed laboratory notebook
- Assists with project file data entry
- Maintains cleanliness of work areas
- Demonstrates acceptable level of knowledge of laboratory safety
- Observes and complies with all Hunt safety policies and procedures
- Performs other tasks as designated by supervision
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
