H0122 - Engineer Technician Research Lab Wage

Virginia Department of Transportation • Charlottesville, VA

8h • $24 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

This position involves assisting the lab manager and other lab technicians in conducting experiments in laboratories and in the field. Daily operations include preparations required for testing, conducting experiments, data collection and reporting, equipment maintenance, and facility clean up.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use power and hand tools.
• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software are required, especially Word & Excel.
• Skill in the use of calculators, computers, and software applications.
• Ability to schedule, organize, and conduct laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and simple statistical calculations.
• Knowledge of testing materials.
• Skill in the maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Skill in the preparation of test specimens, as well as in the use of laboratory and field-testing procedures and equipment.

Nice To Haves

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering Technology, or related field desired.
• ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification desired.
• ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification desired.

Responsibilities

• Compute, analyze and evaluate test results.
• Summarize data and results.
• Report findings and appropriate documentation to Lab Managers and Scientists.
• Perform laboratory and field tests according to instructions from Lab Managers and Research Scientists and established engineering standards.
• Collect, prepare, and test samples.
• Set up appropriate equipment and operate laboratory.
• Keep laboratory clean, organized and in compliance with safety standards.
• Keep equipment clean and in good repair.
• Notify the manager about equipment issues and needed supplies.

Benefits

• VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.
• VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM.
• In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.
• Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.
• Pre-employment screenings may include: Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check, DMV Record Check, Work History Verification, References, Pre-employment physical, Drug screen.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed