JOB DESCRIPTION



Title: Lab Technician II- Fireproofing Applications




Who We Are:


Carboline is a St.

Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach.

The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world.

Carboline has been ranked a top workplace for seven years in a row, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously.

Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.

From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM's market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world.

If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.


Position Summary:


Work in the Research & Development Laboratory Fire Resistance Testing Group, testing and evaluating fireproofing product applied to test articles.

Reports directly to the Lab Manager.


Essential Functions:

• Handle and prepare all test samples for product application (welding, capping, thermocouple installation, etc.).
• Able to properly handle large scale test samples (W-flange beams and columns, hollow steel sections, angles, channels, corrugated steel decking, etc.).
• Able to learn rigging techniques of steel samples for proper storage and handling.
  
  Install test samples into large scale furnace following proper safety and laboratory procedures.
• Perform testing of samples per nationally and internationally recognized test standards.
• Evaluate results and report them accordingly to Lab Manager or more senior personnel.
• Remove all test articles from furnace after testing.
• Keep area clean and organized at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned
• Commit to the Company's safety and quality programs

• High School Diploma or equivalent, 1-year college, or minimum 2 years fabrication/welding shop experience.
• Welding/Fabricating Skills:
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
• Knowledge of steel fabrication techniques, including but not limited to, cutting and brazing using Oxy-Acetylene torch and plasma cutter.

• Knowledge of welding techniques, including but not limited to, gas metal arc welding (MIG) and shield metal arc welding (Stick).
  
  Tungsten inert gas (TIG) not required; however, a plus.
• Certified Welder certificate not required; however, a plus
• Proof of welding skills will be required as a pre-requisite for position consideration.

• Lifting up to 100 pounds; exposure to chemicals including but not limited to: Amines, Polyamides, Isocyanates, Epoxies, Alkyds, Acrylics, Silicates, and certain inorganic compounds.
  
  Personal protective equipment will be utilized as required by internal lab procedures.
  
  Must pass annual respirator medical evaluation and pulmonary function test as required by OSHA.
• Must be able to work in confined spaces using proper PPE.
• Wear proper PPE at all times.
  
  This includes, but is not limited to, safety glasses, hard hat, working gloves, steel toe shoes, ear protection, and welding PPE.
• Able to work in a warehouse environment, operating forklifts, bridge crane, walking up and down stairwells.