Field Technician- Driver

AGT LABS•Houston, TX

8d•$16 - $20•Hybrid

About The Position

The Field Technician uses defined procedures to pick-up samples and delivers kits to client locations. This role requires a high degree of organization, technical conscientiousness, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. The technician will interact with clients, manage sample integrity, and perform basic field analyses. Compliance with company policies, FDA, and USDA protocols is essential. The position involves extensive local travel and requires the use of safety equipment in various work environments.

Requirements

Minimum of High School Diploma
Computer literate and experienced in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel).
Proficient in the Windows environment and use of Internet E-mail.
Organized.
Good written and oral communication skill (English).
Able to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
Able to work flexible hours, as required.
Work on weekends if needed.
Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Able to work under timely conditions.
Able to handle coolers/samples appropriately and safely.
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Proof of United States citizenship or authorization to work in the United States.
Selected candidates will be required to take a Drug Test prior to start working with company.

Nice To Haves

Customer Service experience is recommended.
Laboratory experience is recommended.

Responsibilities

Maintain courteous relationships with clients.
Pickup and delivery to client locations.
Fill out sample submission forms, label supplies before placing in coolers or delivering to clients.
Meet client sample hold times.
Receive samples from customers and log them into LIMS.
Ensure samples are properly stored.
Check and record sample condition, inform project manager or client, if necessary, of any discrepancies.
Deliver kits to clients and document transfer of client coolers for traceability.
Prepare kits and arrange shipping.
Maintain an organized inventory of received samples, coolers and supplies.
Assure that the housekeeping in work areas is adequate to prevent contamination of samples and to minimize fire and bio-safety hazards.
Perform various written procedures to collect, sample, analyze and pick-up samples for analysis.
Perform field sample analysis for temperatures, pH and chlorine.
Maintain standard operating procedure (SOP) for field sampling to include sampling and procedures for temperatures, pH, and chlorine.
Properly label samples with unique identifiers to ensure traceability.
Maintain records of calibrations and driver’s log.
Ensure documentation of lot numbers for traceability.
Ensure the sampling equipment and sampling technique is adequate to prevent cross contamination of samples and to minimize fire and safety hazards.
Communicate with team members and clients to ensure proper sampling or collection.
Perform tasks and maintain records as assigned by supervisor, QA, or management.
Understand and follow FDA, USDA protocols and procedures.
Take a HACCP course and assist in sampling.
Ensure that all work is generated in compliance with policies and the AGT Plan.
Provide the QA Manager, Laboratory Manager, Supervisor and/or Project Manager with immediate notification of quality problems.
Ensure maintenance of company vehicle is up to date.