Structures Lab - Engineering Technician

U.S. Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management/infrastructure service organization, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Structures Lab - Engineering Technician III. In this role, you will provide essential support to our Structures Team research scientists in building test specimens, conducting experiments, and assisting with various laboratory and field-testing activities. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in structural materials and design for bridges and similar structural related assets.

This position is a 12-month position and is renewed each year as necessary pending renewal approval with VDOT. The role of this position will be to accomplish, on a routine basis, the following responsibilities:

• Conduct structural tests on various in-house load-testing machines according to established standards or in-house test procedures.
• Operate fabrication equipment and tools.
• Maintain and calibrate structural testing equipment and sensors.
• Assist with the preparation of test specimens;
  Ensure adherence to quality control measures and accuracy.
• Perform field-testing, sampling, and data collection, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
• Compute, analyze and evaluate test results. Summarize data and results. Report findings and provide appropriate documentation to scientists.
• Perform various operations in the field, materials laboratory and other facilities involving structural material including but not limited to metal, concrete, composites, and timber.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve any technical issues that may arise during experiments or testing procedures.
• Adhere and endorse all safety protocols.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.

• Any other duties assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.

Education:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• An associate degree or technical school certificate preferred, Bachelor's degree advantageous.

Experience/Skill Sets:

• Experience using hand and power tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Ability to learn computer software for the purposes of conducting tests.
• Knowledge of mathematics and simple statistical calculations.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
• Good communication skills.
• Understand instructions and work collaboratively within a team and independently.
• Experience working with steel, concrete, or other construction materials.
• Experience in the preparation of test specimens and familiarity with laboratory and field-testing procedures and equipment.
• Experience in conducting measurements using sensors and/or instrumentation with accompanying data collection systems, specifically Cambell Scientific.
• Familiarity with ACI, ASTM and/or AASHTO test specifications.
• Prior experience in a materials laboratory or materials research setting is preferred.

Work Conditions:

• 90-day probation period
• VDOT/Industry Training upon hire
• Potential for significant periods of sitting or standing.
• May be subject to short or no-notice work assignments
• Monitored performance with routine evaluation.

Pre-employment Requirements:

• A fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) will be conducted prior to employment.
• Drug Screening will be conducted prior to employment.
• 18 years of age or older
• Virginia State Driver's License in good standing

Compensation:

• $26.00-$31.00 hourly
• Vacation
• Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• 401-K

NOTE:
This position is designed as essential and, as such, all duties associated with this job are required during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. VDOT/Project Management will determine when essential positions are required.

Valid driver's license is required. DMV records check is required. Pre-employment drug screen is required. Fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check is required.

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities

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