Summary/Objective
A Project Scientist III (PS3) is an experienced source testing position. This is a field-testing position that involves conducting air emissions testing for industrial clients. Using a teamwork approach with other members of the testing teams, a PS3 can assemble and operate basic and intermediate testing
equipment without supervision. A PS3 is competent with template use and sample system operation including sample recovery. A PS3 is expected to competently progress to Project Manager through intensive cross-training.
Essential Functions
Maintain Positive Attitude with ability to work well in groups
Desire to Achieve Goals and grow into higher positions of leadership
Must be able to travel (up to 95%) and have a valid driver’s license
Flexibility: Must be available to work 40+ hour weeks as well as some nights and weekends
Reads and follows test protocol instructions for tasks assigned
Operates a meter box for both isokinetic and non-isokinetic tests without supervision
Demonstrates ability to recover basic sample trains (Method 5, 26A, 202, etc.)
Performs field equipment and data quality assurance documentation
Downloads record data properly using the required templates
Manages downloads/uploads of data to server
Familiarity with setting up mobile lab for Instrumental projects and picking calibration gases based
on the test protocol and/or previous test data
Delegates tasks to PS1s and follows up to ensure they are completed
Safety and DOT Compliance:
o Successfully adheres to Health and Safety Program Manual and policies.
o All ELD logs are up to date, submitted with acceptable record keeping.
o Maintains good driving records
o Demonstrates ability to work safely in an office and field settings
o Conduct and document JSA/EAP meetings
o Picking and using the proper PPE for the task at hand
Lab and Warehouse
o Properly calibrates pitots and control modules following all procedures
o Ensures sampling equipment and mobile laboratories are clean prior to arrival at job sites
o Maintains a clean and organized facility
o Capable of performing repairs on sampling equipment and general equipment maintenance
o Supports Project Managers and Equipment Coordinators with mobilization and demobilization of project equipment while maintaining shop organizational functions.
o Demonstrate efficient, unsupervised use of time in the office.
o Direction and training of PS1s in how to perform lab and warehouse duties.
o Delegation and completion follow up of tasks to PS1 and PS2 teammates.
Field Responsibilities
o Downloads and completes data templates with minimal supervision and assists other
team members with template navigation and completion
o Perform field QA and obtain weights properly on a field balance
o Properly assembles sampling trains at stack level
o Troubleshoot leak and thermocouple issues within stack sampling systems
o Properly obtains static pressure, pitot traverse and cyclonic flow measurements
o Ensure all Method 1 calculations are correct for each project with no errors
o Ensures a cyclonic flow traverse is performed on ALL projects requiring velocity or flow
rate measurements prior to testing.
o Completes chains of custody forms and prepares field samples properly for transport and
delivery
o Review of project data to ensure completion and accuracy
o Demonstrates leadership on stack platform
o Able to perform tasks successfully on stack platform without supervision
o Properly transports, sets up, and safely uses rope systems
o Properly transport, set up, and safely use monorails.
o Calibrate CEMs for bag sample analysis and properly documents QA/QC and raw data
o Complete the Daily Activity Summary within Atlas without supervision
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma required
AS or BS degree preferred (Science and Engineering related fields ideal)
Minimum 1 year in field services
Computer skills. Intermediate skill level of Word, Excel, Adobe, Outlook
Valid driver’s license
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrates willingness to learn mobile lab, and CEMs methods and equipment operation
Demonstrates willingness to learn industrial process operations and how they affect the test program
Demonstrates willingness to learn how to interact with both clients and test observers
Excellent verbal, written communications, interpersonal, counseling, and negotiation skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Mechanical and Electrical skills and knowledge of “how things work”
Professional Appearance and Behavior
Supervisory Responsibilities
None
Work Environment
This job operates primarily in the field outdoors in industrial environments.
Physical Demands
Must be able to meet certain physical demands such as:
Consistent standing or walking
Consistent bending, crouching, or stooping.
Frequent lifting of objects weighing up to fifty pounds
Climbing ladders and/or stairs
Use of tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity
Ability to distinguish between shades of color.
Ability to operate an Aerial Lift from the platform or deck.
Ability and Willingness to work at elevated heights on stack platforms up to three hundred feet.
Travel
Varies: Approximately 95%
Other Duties
Please note this job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive
list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Additional job-related duties may be assigned. Alliance reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs as necessary with or without notice.
Benefits:
- Participation in profit sharing or individual bonus programs
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Medical – Dental – Vision Insurance
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- RRSP w/ Competitive Match
- Employee Assistance Program
Alliance Technical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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