Supervisory and technical chemistry work at a professional level of responsibility directing the Vermont Agency of Transportation's Materials and Research Division's compliance testing laboratory. Lab components include cement, aggregates and liquid asphalt. The unit is responsible for insuring that all tests and sampling procedures are performed in accordance with the proper specifications.
Supervision is exercised over a staff of technicians.
Work is performed under the supervision of the Research and Testing Engineer. Supervises technical lab staff, including task assignment, scheduling, and responsibility for overall unit performance and evaluation. Assures acceptable professional standards are maintained. Identifies technical training needs or opportunities and personally conducts or coordinates such training. Coordinates lab activities with those of the certification and assurance testing unit.