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

Eurofins USA Environment Testing•Anchorage, AK

About The Position

The Sample Control Technician supports the Service Center and laboratory by receiving, documenting, tracking, preparing, routing, shipping, and disposing of samples and related materials. The role verifies sample receipts and Chain of Custody records, logs samples into the Lab Management System, assigns lot numbers, labels and stores samples, and delivers them to the appropriate laboratories. The technician also prepares bottle kits for clients, forwards samples to other laboratories when needed, monitors cooler and freezer temperatures, manages supplies and cooler inventory, and keeps the work area and walk-in coolers organized and maintained. The position may include sample pickup and delivery, courier and other customer-service duties, and maintenance of company vehicles. The technician must follow applicable DOT, EPA, company, and documented safety and handling procedures, and may need to be on call outside normal business hours for non-routine sampling or deliveries. The role is full-time in Anchorage, Alaska, with a Monday–Friday schedule of 8 a.m.–5 p.m. and overtime as needed. The listed compensation range 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.
May be required to obtain a Department of Transportation (DOT) certificate within 90 days of hire for shipping hazardous chemicals.
May be required to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) card and TSA clearance within 90 days of hire.
Additional client- or location-specific licenses or certifications may be required to support operational needs.
Ability to drive for extended periods, up to 8 hours per day.
Willingness to be on call during non-business hours for non-routine sampling and delivery.
Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

Receive and unload incoming samples or consignments according to DOT regulations; verify them against the Chain of Custody and corresponding quote, and note discrepancies.
Review Chain of Custody forms for accuracy and completeness and seek resolution for issues.
Log samples into the Lab Management System, assign tracking lot numbers, and distribute paperwork to Project Managers.
Label samples and deliver them to the appropriate laboratories for analysis.
Prepare bottle kits for clients according to established procedures, including applicable EPA and DOT requirements.
Forward samples to other laboratories when 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 assist with maintaining walk-in coolers.
Maintain safety and environmental compliance in all operations.
Stock and track supplies and inventory.
Perform sample splits and composites when requested.
Perform courier duties, sample pickups, and deliveries as needed; follow driver procedures, certification requirements, and company driver policies.
Be available on call outside business hours for non-routine sampling and delivery needs.
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 as needed.
Interact with clients appropriately and professionally.
Perform other duties as determined by local management.