What are the responsibilities and job description for the Intermediate Chemistry Laboratory Specialist position at Compunnel Inc.?
Job Description
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.