Laboratory Technician I - Wet Chemistry
About The Position
At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. “For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way. A Day in the Life As a Wet Chem Technician I, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals. The compensation range for this role is $20.00 to $22.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location. Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities: Analyze water and soil samples for alkalinity, conductivity (EC), pH, settlable solids, total dissolved solids (TDS), total suspended solids (TSS), and turbidity. Analyze water and soil samples for Oil & grease, Oil & Grease with silica cleanup, cyanide, sulfides, BTU, corrosivity, Ferrous iron, Flash point, Ignitability, MBAS, Phenols, Ortho and total phosphates, Reactive Cyanide, Reactive Sulfide, Salinity. Analyze water and soil samples for Ammonia, BOD, COD, Hexavalent Chromium, and TOCWB Cleaning of laboratory glassware Maintaining clean laboratory areas Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis Overhead projects designed to improve efficiency of, or accuracy of analyses Assisting the Group Leaders and analysts in acquiring and inventorying consumables, chemicals, and parts for instrumentation Comply with Onterris Quality Assurance Program, Health & Safety Program, and other policies Other duties as assigned by the Group Leader or Lab Director
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
- 1 year of relevant lab experience allows direct advancement to Tech II (academic lab counts)
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of analytical method, analytical instruments, general lab practices and lab safety
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Good organizational skills and strong communication skills
Responsibilities
- Analyze water and soil samples for alkalinity, conductivity (EC), pH, settlable solids, total dissolved solids (TDS), total suspended solids (TSS), and turbidity.
- Analyze water and soil samples for Oil & grease, Oil & Grease with silica cleanup, cyanide, sulfides, BTU, corrosivity, Ferrous iron, Flash point, Ignitability, MBAS, Phenols, Ortho and total phosphates, Reactive Cyanide, Reactive Sulfide, Salinity.
- Analyze water and soil samples for Ammonia, BOD, COD, Hexavalent Chromium, and TOCWB
- Cleaning of laboratory glassware
- Maintaining clean laboratory areas
- Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis
- Overhead projects designed to improve efficiency of, or accuracy of analyses
- Assisting the Group Leaders and analysts in acquiring and inventorying consumables, chemicals, and parts for instrumentation
- Comply with Onterris Quality Assurance Program, Health & Safety Program, and other policies
- Other duties as assigned by the Group Leader or Lab Director
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
