Apex Systems is seeking recent Engineering graduates who are interested in starting a career in Construction Management, Building Materials, or a related field.
LOCATION: 100% Onsite in Charlotte, NC
START DATE: January/February 2025
PAY RATE: $20/hr
DURATION: 3 month contract to hire (conversion contingent on performance)
Specific duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Perform all technical/lab services independently and in a timely manner.
- Adaptive and responsive to changing priorities and committed to providing timely and accurate results while also contributing observational information related to the task.
- Actively engage with colleagues and managers to understand project goals, requirements, and timelines.
- Assist in lab support as it relates to moving and handling construction materials used in product evaluation and testing. This requires the ability to lift up to 50 lb panels, buckets, or other containers on a periodic basis.
- Provide facility support as required, along with others, to help insure the smooth flow of operations. Facility support may include help with lab/board clean-up, phone coverage, meeting scheduling and prep, and other activities.
- Contribute to a safe, injury-free work environment.
- Some travel will be required for plant trials.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Geological Engineering, Mining Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, or an Applied Sciences program from a four-year college or university.
- Demonstrate proficiency in verbal and written communication, with an understanding of planning and work organization. Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office.
- A hands-on mindset with a can-do attitude is necessary with the ability and willingness to work in a dusty environment.
- Strong commitment to safety and the ability to maintain an orderly and safe workplace.
- Must be able to stand 6-8 hours per day; required to lift 50 lb panels and/or buckets.
- Ability to consistently work in a spirit of teamwork and cooperation with all internal, as well as external, constituents. Must also be able to work independently with minimal supervision.