Asphalt Laboratory Technician Science & Engineering Technicians
SaveWhat Does an Asphalt Laboratory Technician Do?
Asphalt laboratory technicians perform asphalt and related raw materials inspections and laboratory testing, ensuring a high quality of the products. They also participate in coming up with resolutions to technical issues on construction sites.
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Asphalt Mixes
The properties, advantages and disadvantages of asphalt mixes such as Marshall and Superpave mixes and the way they are best applied.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become an Asphalt Laboratory Technician
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialAsphalt Mixes knowledge
The properties, advantages and disadvantages of asphalt mixes such as Marshall and Superpave mixes and the way they are best applied.
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EssentialApply Safety Procedures In Laboratory skill
Make sure that laboratory equipment is used in a safe manner and the handling of samples and specimens is correct. Work to ensure the validity of results obtained in research.
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EssentialCheck Quality Of Raw Materials skill
Check the quality of basic materials used for the production of semi-finished and finished goods by assessing some of its characteristics and, if needed, select samples to be analysed.
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EssentialInspect Construction Supplies skill
Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.
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EssentialRun Laboratory Simulations skill
Run simulations on prototypes, systems or newly developed chemical products using laboratory equipment.
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EssentialSupervise Laboratory Operations skill
Supervise the staff working in a laboratory, as well as oversee that equipment is functional and maintained, and procedures occur in compliance with regulations and legislation.
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EssentialUse Safety Equipment In Construction skill
Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if …
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EssentialWrite Inspection Reports skill
Write the results and conclusions of the inspection in a clear and intelligible way. Log the inspection's processes such as contact, outcome, and steps taken.
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EssentialInspect Asphalt skill
Inspect the placement of asphalt concrete ensuring that the specifications are met and no flows are present.
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EssentialSupervise Site Maintenance skill
Supervise the clean-up and maintenance of a specific site in order to ensure it is fit for purpose.
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EssentialTest Concrete skill
Test concrete hardness so that it is according to specifications and ready to be removed from moulds.
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Optional Skills (5 of 6 displayed)
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OptionalConstruction Methods knowledge
The various techniques and methods for erecting buildings and other constructions.
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OptionalCivil Engineering knowledge
The engineering discipline that studies the design, construction and maintenance of naturally built works such as roads, buildings, and canals.
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OptionalConstruction Industry knowledge
The products, brands and suppliers active in the construction field.
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OptionalFollow Health And Safety Procedures In Construction skill
Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.
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OptionalSet Up Temporary Construction Site Infrastructure skill
Set up a variety of temporary infrastructure used on building sites. Put up fences and signs. Set up any construction trailers and make sure that these are connected to electricity …
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OptionalConduct Soil Sample Tests skill
Analyse and test soil samples; determine gas chromatography and gather relevant isotope and carbon information; determine viscosity.
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