Chemical Technician

JOB SUMMARY

The Chemical Technician's responsibilities will be testing coal combustion by-products and related products. These tests will include atomic absorption spectroscopy, x-ray fluorescence, carbon analysis, moisture analysis, specific gravity by helium pycnometer and various bench chemistry tests such as titrations and particle size analysis. All tests will be performed following ASTM and MTRF standard operating procedures and other job assignments as determined by the management of the MTRF.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Comply with EcoMaterial Safety Policies and Procedures
• Ability to learn instrument applications
• Work with Lab Director, Lab Supervisor and Research Manager to coordinate daily activities for chemical testing
• Ensure testing is performed on a timely basis and that all ASTM procedures and SOP's are strictly followed
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
• Regular attendance, timeliness and scheduling flexibility

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Strong math skills
• Must possess sound, fundamental lab techniques and demonstrate good organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Ability to multitask
• Self-motivated
• Work well without supervision

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

The employee should have the following:

• Associates or Bachelors (preferred) in Chemistry or other science or equivalent work experience
• 0 - 2 years' experience in functional role

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Prolong standing or in stationary position
• Complete repetitive movements such as typing
• Be exposed to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable
• Complete repetitive movements
• Wear all required personal protective equipment (hearing, vision and hardhat protection)
• Lift/move/transport items up to 50 pounds
• Ability to move or traverse about the facilities
• Must be able to ascend/descend stairs or ladders
• Ability to work around dust, chemicals, and other substances, and in various environmental conditions

This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities or may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

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