What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intermediate Chemistry Lab Specialist position at Compunnel Inc.?
Role and Responsibilities
This is an intermediate level position involving technician work in a highway materials testing facility. General activities may include: Operation of laboratory and field testing equipment to evaluate material properties; Performs testing procedures, enters test data into the appropriate reporting software program or database, and prepares test reports; Ensures the timely calibration and maintenance of the testing equipment; Ensures all work activities are properly and timely planned, documented, and filed.
This position will be working in the Structural Materials Section, Chemistry Laboratory. Specific duties include:
- Prepares and tests samples following ASTM/AASHTO/Florida Test Methods.
- Performs sample preparation and chemical analysis on various pavement marking materials and other product types tested by the chemistry department.
- Evaluate products for approved product list (APL) or random samples by testing and/or analyzing independent laboratory data submitted by manufacturers.
- Assists with the planning and executing of laboratory investigations of traffic control materials.
- Contact District personnel regarding submitted samples.
- Test materials to ensure compliance with FDOT specifications.
- Test highway construction or traffic control materials.
- Assist with revisions to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Calibration and Verification Procedures.
- Performs calibrations and verifications of assigned equipment on schedule.
- Use of computer skills (Excel, Word, etc.) to record data and enter and validate test results in the MAC database in timely manner.
- Maintain a safe working environment. Prepare and handle hazardous materials (ex. ammonium nitrate solutions, ammonium hydroxide and acid dilutions) associated with the test.
- Assist with Chemical Inventory and laboratory housekeeping.
- Completes field evaluation of traffic marking materials and provides necessary support for successful field work including planning, coordinating and measurement.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:00AM- 4:30 PM
Note: A Valid Driver’s License is required.