Laboratory Technician

Inframark • Bedford, IN

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About The Position

The Laboratory Technician collects samples from water distribution systems, wastewater treatment plants, streams, and commercial and residential establishments for laboratory analysis. The role conducts physical and bacteriological analyses of water, wastewater, or industrial samples, enters analytical results and related observations and quality-control information, and maintains laboratory records and logs. The technician is responsible for the integrity of analytical results and associated quality control and assurance, and for keeping field and laboratory materials and equipment in working order and properly calibrated. Where applicable, the technician maintains State Drinking Water Laboratory Certification through logs, pure culture controls, and general laboratory quality-control and recordkeeping. The role also requires attending safety classes, following company safety policies, and working harmoniously with peers, supervisors, and the public. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The salary range is $23–$25 per hour, depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Collect samples at prescribed intervals or as requested from water distribution systems, wastewater treatment plants, streams, and commercial and residential establishments for laboratory analysis.
• Conduct physical and bacteriological analyses applicable to water, wastewater, or industrial samples, including the listed chemical, physical, and microbiological tests.
• Enter analytical results, observations and corrective actions, and quality-control information in required formats.
• Maintain records and daily logs for analytical calibrations, preventive and corrective maintenance, chains of custody, reagent and standard preparation, and chemical inventories.
• Ensure the integrity of analytical results and corresponding quality control and assurance.
• Maintain the working order and proper calibration of field and laboratory materials and equipment.
• Where applicable, maintain State Drinking Water Laboratory Certification through logs, pure culture controls, and general laboratory quality control and recordkeeping.
• Attend safety classes and reinforce and comply with company safety policies.
• Work harmoniously with peers, supervisors, and the public, and comply with company policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed