Field Technician

Eurofins•Tinley Park, IL

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About The Position

Eurofins Environment Testing is seeking a Courier for its Tinley Park laboratory site. The Courier picks up and delivers water, soil, and air samples to and from the laboratory while maintaining sample quality, hold times, and turnaround-time objectives. The role also involves preparing and delivering bottle orders, receiving and stocking sample-control supplies, preparing and shipping sample kits, conducting sampling events as needed, and disposing of samples and hazardous waste according to applicable guidelines. The Courier follows laboratory standard operating procedures, verifies samples against Chain of Custody records, checks samples for damage and hold-time issues, and ensures clients document sample releases. The role includes maintaining accurate pickup, delivery, vehicle, and mileage records; communicating with the courier coordinator, clients, and Project Managers; keeping the shipping and receiving area safe; and performing other sample-control duties assigned by the department manager. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with overtime as needed. The starting pay range is $18.00 per hour. Eurofins offers full-time benefits including medical coverage, life and disability insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Valid state-issued driver’s license required for employees with driving responsibilities.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to lift coolers packed with ice weighing 50 pounds and perform physical work.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Professional working proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read maps and follow directions.
Ability to prioritize.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies.

Responsibilities

Perform all duties outlined in the Courier standard operating procedures.
Pick up and deliver samples, bottle orders, and other materials, and report to the laboratory for sample sign-in and analysis.
Count samples received from clients and verify that they match the Chain of Custody; check that samples are not broken or damaged.
Ensure clients sign, date, and record the time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.
Unload samples and inspect them for damage or hold-time violations to maintain sample integrity.
Interact professionally and appropriately with Project Managers and clients.
Follow directions or use maps to locate client offices and sites listed on courier request forms.
Communicate the courier schedule effectively with the courier coordinator.
Record arrival and departure times for pickups and deliveries in the courier log book.
Maintain vehicle maintenance and mileage records and submit them at the end of each month.
Restock received supplies so they are available to employees when needed.
Comply with the Company’s Driver Evaluation and Qualification Policy.
Maintain the shipping and receiving area to ensure a safe work environment.
Prepare outgoing shipments of bottle kits and coolers for pickup.
Perform on-site sampling events as needed.
Dispose of samples monthly according to guidelines and in compliance with EPA and EH&S requirements.
Label samples after log-in as needed.
Perform other sample-control duties assigned by the department manager.