Environmental Science Tech I or II

Duke Energy Corporation•Huntersville, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves collecting, preparing, and/or analyzing scientific/environmental samples or data to support environmental/engineering programs, studies, and analyses. The role requires operating, calibrating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing various pieces of equipment. Work must be performed in accordance with set procedures, standards, and regulatory requirements, and is subject to audits. The Environmental Science Technician I is an entry-level position where candidates will learn and perform basic tasks under supervision, beginning to solve routine problems and understand work unit procedures. The Environmental Science Technician II requires satisfactory performance of I-level tasks and a thorough understanding of the technical aspects of the job, functioning with substantial independence and potentially being assigned responsibility for small or routine projects.

Requirements

Environmental Science Tech I: Associates Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry or Biology or other technical degree. In lieu of Associates Degree, High School Diploma and 2 years' related work experience.
Environmental Science Tech II: Associates Degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry or Biology or other technical degree. Minimum 2 years work related experience. In lieu of Associates Degree and 2 years' experience, High School Diploma and 4 years' related work experience.
Must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in either a laboratory or other technical setting.
Concept or knowledge of environmental and/or health and safety regulatory compliance requirements, analytical chemistry methodologies, scientific practices, quality assurance principles, and auditing principles.
General technical skills and environmental knowledge in relevant subject areas (air/water/waste/natural resources).
Good communication skills (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills with a customer-oriented focus.

Responsibilities

Collects, prepares, and/or analyzes scientific/environmental samples or data.
Receives and/or collects routine or special scientific/environmental samples to be analyzed.
Prepares and analyzes samples using diverse, highly specialized instruments, equipment, and work methods.
Utilizes various technologies to compile, manipulate, analyze, maintain data and generate reports.
Operates, calibrates, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs various pieces of equipment.
Works with scientists and more senior employees to implement and perform technical/scientific, environmental, health and safety activities.
Supports basic work activities in order to comply with environmental regulations, health and safety requirements, and regulatory requirements.
Assists in the development, implementation, and maintenance of basic programs, systems, and procedures.
Supports section and departmental administrative and development functions including special projects and assignments, employee training, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance programs.