Sample Control Technician/Courier- Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater Northeast

Eurofins•Concord, NH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sample Control Technician/Courier picks up and delivers water, soil, and air samples to and from the laboratory, maintaining sample quality, hold times, and turnaround-time objectives. The role also prepares and delivers bottle orders, receives and stocks sample-control supplies, prepares and ships sample kits, performs sampling events as needed, and disposes of samples and hazardous waste according to applicable guidelines. The position is based at the Concord, New Hampshire lab and requires living within a commutable distance. Employees drive approximately 200–300 miles during a shift, serving locations in New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Maine. Two full-time positions are available, with schedules of Monday through Friday, either 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m. or 11:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m. Compensation is up to $16 per hour, plus benefits. Employment offers are contingent on successfully completing a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Valid state-issued driver’s license and a clean driving record to operate a company vehicle.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; samples are carried in coolers packed with ice.
Professional working proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read maps and follow directions.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
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 duties outlined in the courier standard operating procedure (SOP).
Pick up and deliver samples and bottle orders, and report to the laboratory for sign-in and analysis.
Count samples received from clients and check that they match the Chain of Custody; verify samples are not broken or damaged.
Receive and sign the Chain of Custody, and ensure clients sign, date, and record the time when releasing samples.
Transport samples on ice between client sites, the laboratory, and subcontracted laboratories.
Unload samples and inspect them for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.
Interact professionally and appropriately with Project Managers and clients.
Follow directions or use maps to locate client offices and sites specified in courier requests.
Communicate the courier schedule effectively with the courier coordinator.
Record site 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 supplies upon receipt so they are available to employees when needed.
Verify the validity and completeness of bottle orders before leaving for delivery.
Follow Section 14 of the Transportation and Fleet Safety of the Corporate Safety Manual and comply with the Company’s Driver Evaluation and Qualification Policy.
Maintain the shipping and receiving area as 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.
Maintain the delivery truck in proper working order.
Label samples after log-in as needed.
Perform other sample-control duties assigned by the Sample Control department manager.