Laboratory Technician - Wastewater Treatment

Caladwich Consulting LLC•Washington, DC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Caladwich is seeking a detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to support wastewater pretreatment and chemical process plant operations for the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) in Fort Worth, Texas. The technician performs specialized laboratory analysis, develops test methods, and supports the technical evaluation of chemical processes. This position contributes to reliable wastewater process performance through accurate laboratory testing, quality control, technical documentation, and chemical studies that inform operational decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable science (such as chemistry, biology, or physics) or an engineering discipline (such as civil, mechanical, or chemical engineering) related to the work; OR an associate’s degree in one of these disciplines with two (2) additional years of related laboratory experience.
Knowledge or experience in thermogravimetric analysis, ultraviolet/visible/near-infrared spectroscopy, titration, statistical data processing, laboratory test reports, and laboratory quality control methods.
Ability to develop laboratory test methods and program laboratory equipment as needed.
Ability to design and carry out chemical studies and interpret complex technical information.
Ability to work effectively with personnel across a wide range of technical backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Ability to learn and apply safety, environmental, and compliance requirements applicable to wastewater pretreatment or chemical process facilities.
Ability to independently plan and complete complex or non-routine laboratory assignments.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory analysis using thermogravimetric analysis, ultraviolet/visible/near-infrared spectroscopy, and titration techniques.
Apply statistical data processing techniques to evaluate laboratory results.
Prepare laboratory test reports and maintain laboratory quality control methods.
Develop laboratory test methods and program laboratory equipment as necessary.
Develop, implement, and complete chemical studies to understand and document the chemical functions and interactions of process tanks.
Review, analyze, and integrate technical work and address laboratory or process-related problems.
Plan and conduct non-routine or complex assignments, including limited-scope projects or portions of larger projects.
Explain technical findings clearly to personnel with varying levels of technical expertise.
Prepare project status reports and communicate laboratory findings to operational stakeholders.
Support wastewater pretreatment and chemical process plant requirements as needed.
Become familiar with applicable safety, environmental, and compliance requirements, technologies, and plant equipment.
Coordinate technical work with plant personnel and other project contributors.