Department Temp - Chemistry Lab Aide - Oahu
About The Position
The Chemistry Lab Aide provides administrative and technical support for Chemistry Laboratory operations. Under supervision, the aide assists with laboratory support activities, sample preparation, and analytical testing while following established safety, quality, operational, and regulatory-compliance procedures. The role provides practical hands-on experience in an environmental analytical laboratory and may be particularly suitable for students pursuing chemistry, environmental science, engineering, or related scientific disciplines. The position is part-time (less than 20 hours) and non-exempt, based in Pearl City, Oahu. The hiring range is $18.00 to $22.00 per hour, with placement based on the selected candidate’s skills and qualifications. The position is in Hawaiian Electric Company’s Chemistry Department within the Environmental Division.
Requirements
- Complete at least 15 credit hours of chemistry, environmental science, biology, engineering, or related physical science coursework, or have equivalent laboratory experience.
- Have a basic understanding of laboratory practices and quality control principles.
- Be able to learn and use laboratory information systems and computer-based software applications.
- Be able to learn and apply quantitative and qualitative analytical techniques.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to accurate and reliable work.
- Be able to prioritize tasks and meet quality and timeliness requirements in a laboratory environment.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by Hawaii or another U.S. state, and meet the standards for driving positions in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with environmental laboratory operations.
- One to three years of experience in a chemical testing laboratory.
Responsibilities
- Assist with routine laboratory operations, including receiving and logging samples.
- Maintain supplies inventory and assist with ordering and receiving laboratory materials.
- Assist with sample transport and general laboratory organization.
- Perform administrative tasks and data entry related to laboratory operations.
- Under supervision, prepare samples through activities such as weighing, drying, extraction, dilution, and filtration.
- Assist with preparing and handling environmental and industrial product samples for analysis.
- Maintain sample custody and documentation in accordance with established laboratory procedures.
- Under supervision, assist with analytical testing using standard EPA and ASTM methods.
- Perform routine laboratory procedures, including titrations, filtrations, and gravimetric analyses.
- Prepare standards, reagents, and calibration solutions.
- Assist with instrument calibration, quality control checks, and routine equipment maintenance.
- Record and document analytical data in accordance with laboratory QA/QC requirements.
- Participate in Company emergency response activities as assigned, including activities required to prepare for emergency response.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunities for challenge and advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
