Engineering Technician: Lab & Field Testing Pro

Virginia Department of Transportation; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a Lab Technician to assist the lab manager and technicians in conducting experiments in laboratories and the field. Responsibilities include data collection, testing, and documentation, along with equipment maintenance and safety compliance.

The role requires the ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and operate power and hand tools, with proficiency in Word and Excel. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Schedule, organize, and conduct laboratory tests.
• Knowledge of basic mathematics and simple statistical calculations.
• Knowledge of testing materials.
• Skill in maintenance and repair of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Preparation of test specimens and use of laboratory/field testing procedures.

Responsibilities

• Compute, analyze and evaluate test results; report findings and documentation to Lab Managers and Scientists.
• Conduct laboratory and field tests according to instructions and standards; collect, prepare, and test samples.
• Set up equipment; keep lab clean, organized and compliant with safety standards; notify manager about issues and supplies.

Skills

Communication

Written communication

Computers/Microsoft Office

Calculator/Software

Tool use (power & hand)

Data analysis

Education

Civil Engineering Technology

ACI Concrete Field-Testing Certification

ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician Certification

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a Lab Technician to assist the lab manager and technicians in conducting experiments in laboratories and the field. Responsibilities include data collection, testing, and documentation, along with equipment maintenance and safety compliance.

The role requires the ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and operate power and hand tools, with proficiency in Word and Excel. A valid driver's license is required.