Research Technician ; Onsite

Research Technician 5 (Onsite)

:
ARS-MWA-029

Location:

Ames
Program:
ARS

Wage/Hr:
$25.00
Hours/Week:
30
Minimum Age:
55

For over 25 years, National Experienced Workforce Solutions (NEW Solutions) has
specialized in connecting experienced workers (ages 55+) with full-time and
part-time job opportunities that support the critical missions of Federal
Agencies across the United States.

NEW Solutions connects experienced workers (ages 55+) with the USDA Agricultural
Research Service (ARS). These experienced professionals provide administrative,
scientific, and technical support to the Agricultural Research Service through
the Experienced Worker Program (EWP).

Positions listed here do not guarantee employment for any definite period.
Enrollment in the Experienced Worker Programs administered by NEW Solutions is
temporary. The enrollment relationship between NEW Solutions and the Enrollee is
an ?at-will? relationship. This means that an Enrollee is free to terminate
enrollment at any time during the enrollment period, and NEW Solutions and the
Agency have the right to terminate the relationship with the Enrollee.

PLEASE NOTE:

An ?

Enrollee? is not a federal employee, nor an employee of NEW
Solutions. An ?

Enrollee? is a participant in a grant program established through
a Cooperative Agreement funded by the agency and administered by NEW Solutions.
The enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal
funds, nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee
shall not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate
scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee
shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government
representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating
federal agencies? areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on
federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee
shall not supervise any Government employees.

This opportunity applies to applicants legally eligible to work in the United
States.

* This position will be open until filled.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 3 year(s) of experience in the agricultural sector/soil laboratory.
OR BA/BS Degree in Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering, or Hydrology

Prior experience of working with various data loggers/ flowmeters and
familiarity with agricultural drainage and water monitoring system.
Experience required with Windows, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power Point
Duties:

The enrollee supports research projects related to soil and water quality;
collecting, properly recording and preparing for analytical tests soil and water
samples; and preparing and summarizing data to be included in reports. The
enrollee shall not sign federal documents, authorize the use of federal funds,
nor initiate or conduct federally funded research projects. The enrollee shall
not author articles for publication as a federal employee, nor coordinate
scientific research between the Government and private industry. The enrollee
shall not present themselves as a Government employee or Government
representative at meetings both foreign and domestic or when coordinating
federal agencies? areas of research. The enrollee shall not make decisions on
federally based research on behalf of Government policy makers, and the enrollee
shall not supervise any Government employees.

Collect, prepare, evaluate, and verify water and soil samples and supporting
records. 50%
Maintain records and compile data and other information from various
sources. 30%
Operate and maintain a variety of specialized equipment which must be
calibrated and synchronized to achieve desired results. 20%

Other:
Training provided as needed.
Health and Safety Considerations:
General laboratory and filed safety
training are required and will be provided.
Required Safety Gear:
The Safety and Occupational Health Specialist will
identify safety equipment needs on the first day in the workplace.
Safety Gear Use:
The Safety and Occupational Health Specialist will identify
safety equipment needs on the first day in the workplace.

Physical requirements:

Ability to spend long hour outdoors in inclement
weather (hot or freezing temperatures). Reasonable accommodations may be made to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this
position.

NEW Solutions is committed to promoting equal opportunity and to an environment
free from discrimination and harassment in any form administering Experienced
Worker Programs under cooperative agreements with federal agencies. It is NEW
Solutions' policy to comply with all applicable laws that provide equal
opportunity and to prohibit unlawful discrimination in enrolling participants in
the federal programs.