Sample Control Technician, Eurofins Environment Testing Northwest, Anchorage, AK

Eurofins•Anchorage, AK

20h•$16 - $20

About The Position

The Sample Control Technician receives, verifies, logs, labels, stores, routes, and ships samples for laboratory analysis. The role ensures sample documentation and handling comply with Chain of Custody requirements, applicable DOT and EPA regulations, and established procedures. It also supports client sampling by preparing bottle kits and may include sample pickup and delivery, courier work, and other customer service duties. The technician disposes of samples and potentially hazardous waste, monitors cooler and freezer temperatures, maintains inventory, and keeps the department and walk-in coolers organized. The position may require driving for sample pickup and delivery, maintaining company vehicles, and being on call outside business hours for non-routine sampling or delivery. The job is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with overtime as needed, and is based in Anchorage, Alaska. Compensation is $16–$20 per hour, depending on experience and other factors.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid state-issued driver's license to operate company vehicles.
Ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background check required for company driver certification.
Professional working proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, and speak in English.
Authorization to work indefinitely in the United States without restriction or sponsorship.
Willingness to be on call outside business hours for non-routine sampling and delivery.
Ability to drive for long periods, up to 8 hours per day.

Responsibilities

Receive and unload incoming samples or consignments under DOT regulations; verify receipt against Chain of Custody records, match samples to quotes, and report discrepancies.
Review Chain of Custody forms for accuracy and completeness and seek resolution for issues.
Log samples in the Lab Management System, assign tracking lot numbers, and distribute paperwork to Project Managers.
Label and route samples to the appropriate laboratories for analysis.
Prepare bottle kits for clients according to established procedures and applicable EPA and DOT requirements.
Forward samples to other laboratories when required testing is not performed at the local facility.
Dispose of spent samples, waste, and potentially hazardous materials according to established procedures.
Monitor freezer and cooler temperatures daily against SOP guidelines.
Clean and organize the department and maintain walk-in coolers to support safe, efficient operations and sample location.
Maintain safety and environmental compliance during operations.
Stock supplies and assist with inventory to maintain adequate materials.
Perform sample splits and composites when requested.
Perform courier duties and sample pickups or deliveries as needed; comply with driver certification procedures and company driver policies.
Be available on call outside business hours for non-routine sampling and delivery.
Ship empty coolers to clients and other Eurofins laboratories and log outgoing coolers for inventory tracking.
Maintain company vehicles used for sample pickups and deliveries.
Interact with clients appropriately and professionally.
Perform other duties as determined by local management.