Environmental Laboratory Technician

Tundra Testing, LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Tundra Testing, LLC in Anchorage, AK seeks an Environmental Laboratory Technician to handle, prepare, and analyze environmental samples. You will support analytical instruments, maintain records, and follow QC procedures to ensure reliable results.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, accuracy, and adherence to safety protocols, with compensation at $26.55 per hour and opportunities to develop in a growing lab environment.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate sample handling, testing, and documentation.
• Ability to follow written procedures, technical instructions, and laboratory safety protocols.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage assigned tasks and priorities.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to accurately enter and maintain laboratory data.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with laboratory personnel and management.
• Willingness to learn analytical methods, sample preparation techniques, and instrument operation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality assurance, quality control, and chain-of-custody practices preferred.
• Previous laboratory experience or relevant coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, label, and process environmental and materials samples according to laboratory procedures and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Perform laboratory analyses using approved methods, including applicable EPA, ASTM, and NIOSH standards.
• Prepare samples through dilutions, extractions, and other established preparation techniques.
• Assist with operating analytical instruments, including GC, ICP, and HPLC, under appropriate supervision.
• Record and maintain complete, accurate analytical data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Calibrate, clean, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control activities, audits, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Follow the laboratory’s Quality Management System, Chemical Hygiene Plan, standard operating procedures, and safety requirements.
• Promptly report safety concerns, incidents, and equipment issues.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and management to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient workplace.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedures & documentation

Organization

Basic computer skills

Communication

Willingness to learn

QA/QC familiarity

Lab experience or coursework

Tools

GC

ICP

HPLC

LIMS

Job description

Tundra Testing is seeking a detail-oriented, motivated Environmental Laboratory Technician to join our team in Anchorage. In this role, you’ll handle, prepare, and analyze environmental and materials samples, support analytical instrumentation, and maintain accurate laboratory records.

Working closely with our scientific team, you’ll follow established testing methods, quality control procedures, and safety protocols to help produce reliable results. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on technical work, takes ownership of accuracy, and wants to develop their skills in a growing laboratory.

Compensation: $26.55 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications.

Location: Anchorage, Alaska

Compensation: $26.55 hourly

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate sample handling, testing, and documentation.
• Ability to follow written procedures, technical instructions, and laboratory safety protocols.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage assigned tasks and priorities.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to accurately enter and maintain laboratory data.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with laboratory personnel and management.
• Willingness to learn analytical methods, sample preparation techniques, and instrument operation and maintenance.
• Familiarity with laboratory quality assurance, quality control, and chain-of-custody practices preferred.
• Previous laboratory experience or relevant coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, log, label, and process environmental and materials samples according to laboratory procedures and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Perform laboratory analyses using approved methods, including applicable EPA, ASTM, and NIOSH standards.
• Prepare samples through dilutions, extractions, and other established preparation techniques.
• Assist with operating analytical instruments, including GC, ICP, and HPLC, under appropriate supervision.
• Record and maintain complete, accurate analytical data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Calibrate, clean, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control activities, audits, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Follow the laboratory’s Quality Management System, Chemical Hygiene Plan, standard operating procedures, and safety requirements.
• Promptly report safety concerns, incidents, and equipment issues.
• Collaborate with laboratory staff and management to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient workplace.