Laboratory Assistant

Description

Job Summary: Professional to assist in quality control of asphalt binders and aggregates, conducting laboratory tests, asphalt mixture proportioning, and general laboratory support activities. Key Highlights: 1. Assistance in quality control of asphalt binders 2. Support in asphalt mixture proportioning 3. Development of general laboratory support activities **Main Responsibilities:** * Assist in quality control of asphalt binders by performing laboratory tests such as: Saybolt-Furol Viscosity, Sedimentation, Sieving, Cement Mixing, Particle Charge, pH, Distillation, Demulsibility, Penetration, Ductility, Softening Point, Brookfield Viscosity, and Elastic Recovery; * Assist in aggregate characterization (gradation, shape index, sand equivalent, specific gravity, among others); * Support asphalt mixture proportioning: CBUQ, Cold Asphalt Microsurfacing, Surface Treatments, Dust Suppression Treatments, Cold Pre-mixed Asphalt Concrete, Asphalt Slurries, etc.; * Maintain product quality control spreadsheets; * Clean and prepare laboratory equipment, glassware, and materials; * Prepare solutions and measuring instruments; * Perform general laboratory support activities; * Organize work according to occupational health and safety and environmental protection standards; * Perform work at heights exceeding 2 meters. **Compensation:** * R$ 1.800,00 + 30% hazard pay (total of R$ 2.340,00); * After 90 days: R$ 2.000,00 + 30% hazard pay (total of R$ 2.600,00). **Benefits:** * Meals on site; * Basic food basket worth R$ 100.00; * Health insurance; * Fuel allowance. **Requirements:** * Technical course in Chemistry or related fields. Minimum Education Level: Technical Course