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Field Investigation Technician

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Organisation
National Works Agency
Reference
VAC-54936
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Land Use & Environmental Management
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$2,190,302.00 per annum
Date Posted
04/12/2024
Expiry Date
17/12/2024
The incumbent calibrates and maintains sampling equipment, collects and labels samples, conducts field tests, records results, adheres to safety standards, and utilizes Microsoft Office tools effectively.

 

QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Passes in four (4) subjects at Ordinary level/CXC level including Mathematics, English Language, Information Technology and preferably one other technical subject i.e. Physics, Chemistry or Geography
  • Possess a valid driver's license
  • Minimum of three (3) years' experience in Soil and Material investigation/sampling 

 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/SKILLS:

The incumbent is expected to discharge their responsibilities through the attainment of key outputs which include but not limited to the following: 

  • Ensure that all sampling equipment assigned is calibrated and/or maintained as required in good working conditions and reporting defective equipment.
  • Ensure that all samples collected are clearly labelled, easily identified and delivered in a timely manner to the MTEU facilities and the respective field sheets are completed and submitted to the supervisors immediately after field visit.
  • Prepare graphs and sketches relative to various tests performed in the field Conduct various field sampling on roads under construction.
  • Completion of assignments and meeting agreed performance targets.
  • Observation and adherence to safety and operating procedures.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Sampling of soil and material for use in concrete asphalt and other engineering works according to required test standards. 4
  • Adhering to safety and operating procedures.
  • Recording results as obtained. 

 

 

The Agency thanks all applicants in advance. Only short-listed individuals will be contacted. 

Region: 
Kingston
Occupational fields: 
Engineering
Other
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Required degree level: 
Other

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