Lab Technician

Perform geotechnical laboratory testing in accordance with AET QA Procedures. Observe and evaluate samples and field logs returned from the field for the purpose of refined classification and geologic origin judgments (per AET QA Procedure) prior to word processing and engineering review of boring logs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations or workable solutions may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• For assigned projects, observe and evaluate each jar sample returned to the laboratory and judge soil classification and geologic origin per AET QA procedures, which generally follow ASTM:D2488 and D2487.
• Complete or correct filed logs.
• Conduct geotechnical lab tests per AET QA procedures, including water content, density, sieve analysis, sieve analysis with hydrometer, Atterberg Limits, unconfined compressive strength, electrical resistivity, and others as assigned.
• Follow AET QA/SOP procedures.
• Coordinate with other staff with the ultimate goal of increasing efficiency, productivity, and communication.
• Must meet or exceed AET’s productivity standards.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintain valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Some positions may require use of personal vehicle for company business. Maintain compliance with DOT driver regulations if required for position. Maintain appropriate physicals if required for position.

ADDITIONAL NOTES-

Work Environment

Add indoor language.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of AET to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.