Laboratory Technician

IT & Non‑IT Recruiter for the U.S. & Canadian Government. I connect top tech talent with critical federal projects, ensuring innovation and security… 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; performing testing procedures, entering test data into the appropriate reporting software program or database, and preparing test reports; ensuring the timely calibration and maintenance of the testing equipment; ensuring 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. Evaluates 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. Contacts District personnel regarding submitted samples. Tests materials to ensure compliance with FDOT specifications. Tests highway construction or traffic control materials. Assists with revisions to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Calibration and Verification Procedures. Performs calibrations and verifications of assigned equipment on schedule. Uses computer skills (Excel, Word, etc.) to record data and enter and validate test results in the MAC database in a timely manner. Maintains a safe working environment. Prepares and handles hazardous materials (e.g., ammonium nitrate solutions, ammonium hydroxide and acid dilutions) associated with the test. Assists 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. Performs other duties as assigned. Regards, #J-18808-Ljbffr