InfoMart has switched drug testing vendors.  This change will streamline the drug testing process and move towards an easier and convenient drug screening solution for candidates.  With this transition, the drug test process has become a paperless screening solution. Effective immediately, Georgia Tech has been instructed to discontinue the use of the paper chain of custody form. Moving forward, Talent Acquisition (TA), specifically Diane Keith, will contact the candidate and schedule their drug screen.

What does this mean?

• Effective immediately, candidates do not need to come to OHR to pick-up a chain of custody form.
• Each candidate must:

1. Provide an e-mail address on the Background Information Form
2. Access their e-mail account
3. Print the confirmation page and take it to testing facility
4. Complete the drug screen within 48 hours of scheduling the drug screen

• Candidates can schedule to take the drug screen at a location most convenient to them, which provides greater flexibility.

What is the process?

• After Talent Acquisition receives the Background Information Form, TA will contact the candidate and schedule the drug screen. Scheduling will consist of identifying a testing facility, day and time, and confirming the candidate’s e-mail address.
• After the drug screen is scheduled, the candidate will receive an e-mail confirmation that they will need to print and take to the testing facility within 48 hours.  If a candidate does not have access to a printer, they will be able to pick-up the e-mail confirmation at OHR.
• After the candidate has completed the drug screen, an e-mail will be sent to Talent Acquisition to communicate the results.

Who needs a drug screen?

• The Georgia Institute of Technology, the University System of Georgia, and the State of Georgia, are committed to a drug free workplace. In accordance with state law, Georgia Tech will conduct pre-employment drug tests for applicants selected for employment in positions where the main duties include carrying weapons and utilizing arrest powers; providing health care and treatment service; administering medications; driving cars, trucks, vans, buses and other types of vehicles on state roads and highways to transport patients, passengers and equipment; using or operating heavy machinery and equipment; and providing counseling services often directly related to substance abuse.
• Please see Policy 5.6 for a listing of positions which require a drug screen and additional information.