LAB POSITIONOVERVIEW:
Our client is a well-respected and established firm located in Albuquerque. You'll work in a small research laboratory, on different contracts for multiple clients in government, environment, construction and engineering industries. Our client likes to hire permanently, and can do so anytime after 4 months. If the position is offered to you after a personal interview, you'll need to pass drug testing and a background investigation.
This is a technician levelposition and our client prefers to hire permanently after a brief duration as a contractor.
Responsibilities include measuring soil physics and geotechnical properties, as well as assembling testing equipment and monitoring research experiments. The job duties include a lot of moving soil samples and entering data. This is a very physical job, mostly indoors in the lab but occasionally in the field.
SKILLS, EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:
Knowledgeable in the application of basic math skills that will be used for laboratory testing and data interpretation.
An Associatedegree in an earth sciences area such as Geoscience, Geology, Environmental, Earth Sciences, Hydrology, Geophysics, Mineralogy, Volcanology, Forestry, Chemistry, Biology (not health care related) or experience in Civil / Structural Engineering with soil stability, or related scientific field is preferred. BS degree a plus!
Direct applicable experience in lieu of a science degree with related experience and minimum High School diploma / GED will also be considered.
Experienced working in a testing lab, field work, sampling and QA is strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of MS Excel and Word and comfortable entering information into a computer.
Able to read detailed increments on various electronic instrumentation accurately.
Able to read, record, accurately report, and interpret data in English as established by standard laboratory practices.
Prior experience with water and soil sampling preferred.
Radiation safety experience is a big plus.
Demonstrated mechanical and electrical aptitude is a plus.
POSITION REQUIRES THE FOLLOWING PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
Able to lift and carry 50 lb. buckets up to 10 ft. repeatedly around the lab for a few hours at a time.
Able to perform laboratory testing tasks while standing on a ladder at heights up 4’ above the floor.
Work in a standing position for full work shift.
Perform repetitious physical movements continuously during a work shift which includes squatting and working on the floor.
PERSONAL TRAITS WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
Maturity, good interpersonal communication skills, and ability to work independently and professionally with others.
Someone who is meticulous with a very high attention to detail, committed to quality.
Works well with others, enjoys learning and loves to share knowledge.
Understands contractual obligations to clients and is committed to deadlines and providing excellent customer service.
Reliable attendance. This is a Monday-Friday, 40 hours weekly commitment.
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