Position SummaryThe Laboratory Technician is part of a critical team that conducts analyses for drinking water quality and radon in air and water samples. This role is responsible for sample receipt and login, laboratory analysis, reporting test results, customer service, and associated duties as needed to support the laboratory.Essential Functions
- Follows all applicable laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).
- Conducts daily laboratory activities including sample receipt, testing, equipment maintenance, and cleaning of work area.
- Ensures samples and materials are received and documented appropriately and in a timely manner.
- Submits test data for review and returns samples for archiving according to laboratory protocols and/or SOPs.
- Monitors results, interprets laboratory analysis and trends, and communicates results as required.
- Maintains clean lab areas, supplies and glassware.
- Ensures appropriate sample and waste disposal by following appropriate regulations and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
- Prior experience working with laboratory equipment such as spectrometers, balances, pH meters, laboratory ovens or fume hoods preferred.
- Experience with laboratory procedures, techniques, and analytical instrumentation, preferred.
- Atomic Absorption (AA), Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometer (GCMS), pH, Nitrates, Metals or other laboratory testing experience is a plus but is not required for this position.
- Experience with LIMS preferred.
Physical Demands and Work environment
- Typing speed of 50-60 WPM necessary for data entry portion of work, required.
- Highly organized and attention to detail
- Great communication skills
- Skilled in use of Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Ability to adapt and handle multiple tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Associate Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Mathematics or a related field, required.
- Minimum one (1) year experience working with chemical laboratory procedures, techniques, and equipment including analytical instrumentation, required.
- Exposure to Atomic Absorption (AA), Charcoal Cans, Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometer (GCMS), Liquid Scintillation, Radon in Water, P Fos, or other equivalent laboratory methods is a plus but is not required for this position.
$23 - $23 an hour
Benefits and PerksProtect Environmental provides comprehensive benefits to full time employees, including:•Health, Dental and Vision Insurance•Short- and Long-Term Disability•Life Insurance•401(k) Plan with Company Match•Paid Time Off•Company Paid Holidays
Company BackgroundProtect Environmental is a national leader in the environmental consulting and construction industry, focusing on radon and chemical vapor intrusion management. With a proven track record spanning 38 years and more than 200,000 completed projects in all 50 U.S. states and 2 U.S. territories, the company provides expert service from its trusted professionals to provide peace of mind protection to property owners seeking to build and maintain healthy, safe, and sustainable indoor environments.Visit About Team Green to learn more.
EEO StatementProtect Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Protect Environmental strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of age, ancestry, color, creed, physical or mental disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height or weight, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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