Environment Metals Technician I - Laboratories

LE002 Onterris Payroll, LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Onterris is seeking a Laboratory Technician I in our Richmond, VA lab to support multiple projects under supervision, preparing samples, reagents, and assisting with analysis across ICP-OES/ICP-MS instrumentation. You will work with cross-functional team and maintain organized records in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED (associate or bachelor in science preferred) and 1-2 years lab experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field preferred.
• 1–2 years of laboratory experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for analysis and reagents for lab use.
• Perform sample extractions and acid digestions.
• Handle measurement of sample volumes and maintain records.
• Learn instrumentation and assist with analysis per department needs.
• Maintain clean lab areas and organize records.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written reports

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree in science

Bachelor's degree in science

Tools

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

Mercury analyzer

Turbidity meter

Job description

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact. "For Planet and Progress" is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive. When you join us, you're not just forging a career, you're joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact. Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As a Laboratory Technician I in our Richmond, VA lab, you'll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

The compensation range for this role is $19.00 to $21.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional overtime

To thrive in this role, you'll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Preparation of samples for analysis
• Preparation of reagents for lab use and/or shipment
• Sample extractions and acid digestions
• Determining the volume of samples
• Cleaning of laboratory glassware
• Learn instrumentation as needed (ICP-OES, ICP-MS, mercury analyzer, turbidity meter, etc) and assist with analysis according to department needs
• Maintaining clean laboratory areas
• Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis
• Overhead projects designed to improve efficiency of, or accuracy of analyses
• Assisting the Group Leaders and analysts in acquiring and inventorying consumables, chemicals, and parts for instrumentation
• Comply with Onterris Quality Assurance Program and other policies
• Comply with Onterris Health and Safety Plan
• Other duties as assigned by the Group Leader or Lab Director

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required, associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field preferred 1-2 years of experience working in a lab Understanding of physical and chemical principles underlying why procedures are specified the way they were for each method with which they work.

Preferred Skills

• Computer skills: knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant computer programs
• Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement; ability to use concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to write correspondence and reports
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to perform physically demanding work such as moving and lifting equipment, standing for long periods of time, etc.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, and walking
• Lifting 50 pounds several times a day
• Overhead lifting of over 20 pounds
• Works in a laboratory environment
• May be exposed to hot and cold environments
• May occasionally work shifts up to 12 hours in duration

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. Click here to learn more.

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients' resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress.

For more information, visit www.onterris.com. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more. At Onterris, we take on complex challenges with purpose and momentum, alongside teams that lead with integrity, deliver together, and invest in your growth.

"Working with inspiring coworkers and clients across the globe over the past five years has been incredibly rewarding. Their passion motivates me to improve our client experience and work that I deliver." - Erin Peck, Emissions Services

"There are not many places where a toxicologist can be boots-on-the-ground at an environmental emergency one day and deep in a human health risk assessment or litigation the next, but this company is one of them, and honestly, that breadth is what makes me love the work. We are a team of scientists with a broad range of talents and experiences who genuinely take the mission to heart, because protecting people and communities from chemical hazards is not abstract here; it is exactly why we show up every day. The culture reflects that shared commitment in the best way: collaborative, rigorous, and truly motivated by the impact we make together." - Andre Richardson, Consulting

"I knew my position here would be more than just a job. Every day is a new, exciting challenge to solve, and I get to go home knowing that the work I am doing is having a positive impact on the world." - J Esteves, R&D