Environmental Water Quality Technician

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO); Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) is seeking a detail-oriented Chemist Assistant to support laboratory operations in Augusta, ME. The role focuses on preparing and analyzing environmental and drinking water samples to protect public health and the environment.

The position supports testing programs for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, Safe Drinking Water, and Environmental Water Quality. It offers hourly pay and opportunities in an environmental science setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with a lab science course, or 1 year of laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of basic laboratory testing methods, techniques, and materials.
• Basic understanding of chemistry and biology principles relevant to laboratory testing.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• Ability to observe and record test results accurately.
• Ability to distinguish color variations.
• Proficiency using calculators and basic computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, preserve, and process environmental and drinking water samples for laboratory analysis.
• Assist with the analysis of water, soil, and wipe samples for lead and other contaminants.
• Evaluate, maintain, troubleshoot, and assist in the repair of laboratory instrumentation.
• Review and accept or reject Quality Control (QC) data based on established procedures.
• Assess sample integrity and suitability for requested testing.
• Perform laboratory testing according to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Update and maintain SOPs for assigned analytical methods.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory quality assurance and safety standards.
• Communicate technical information and testing results to laboratory personnel, government agencies, and customers as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of laboratory activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Procedures follow-through

Analytical problem solving

Calculators & basic computer apps

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science

Tools

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Staffing Solutions Organization LLC (SSO) is seeking a detail-oriented Chemist Assistant to support laboratory operations in Augusta, ME. The role focuses on preparing and analyzing environmental and drinking water samples to protect public health and the environment.

The position supports testing programs for Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention, Safe Drinking Water, and Environmental Water Quality. It offers hourly pay and opportunities in an environmental science setting.