Lab Retain

AmSpec Group; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AmSpec Group seeks a detail-oriented Sample Handling Technician to manage the lifecycle of samples from receipt to disposal within our Gonzales, LA operations. You will log in, track, properly store, and dispose of all samples, adhering to API standards and EPA regulations for disposal records.

The role requires strong English communication, basic computer skills, and professional interaction with office and lab staff. It is a safety-sensitive position with required drug and alcohol testing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and related experience in the industry preferable.
• Ability to read, write and clearly communicate in English.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, schedulers, and clients.
• Ability to interpret instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats.
• Familiar with word processing and spreadsheet programs.
• Interact with office and laboratory personnel professionally.

Responsibilities

• Log in, track, correctly store and dispose of all samples.
• Familiar with API procedures and documents as they relate to samples.
• Familiar with EPA regulations governing samples, disposal records.
• Carry out tasks per latest industry standards and supervisor instructions.
• Prepare reports pertaining to samples.
• Keep retain and storage area clean, organized and safe.
• Attend monthly safety meetings as required.
• Safety sensitive position requiring pre-employment, random and annual drug and alcohol testing.

Skills

English literacy

Communication skills

Instruction interpretation

Computer basics

Professional conduct

Education

High school diploma

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Responsible for the all activities involving sample handling including receiving, tracking, storage and disposal.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for logging in, tracking, correctly storing and disposing of all samples
• Familiar with American Petroleum Institute (API) procedures and documents as they relate to samples
• Familiar with EPA regulations governing samples particularly as they relate to disposal and maintenance of disposal records
• Carry out the assigned tasks in accordance with the latest industry standards and practices and in accordance with the specific instructions given by the Laboratory manager and/or supervisor
• Responsible for the correct preparation of all reports pertaining to samples
• Responsible for keeping retain and storage area clean, organized and free from safety hazards at all times
• Attendance at monthly safety meetings is required
• Safety Sensitive position that requires pre-employment, random and annual drug and alcohol testing (including marijuana testing).

Required Skills

• High school diploma and related experience in the industry preferable.
• Ability to read, write and clearly communicate in English
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, schedulers, and clients.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule formats.
• Familiarity with basic computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet programs
• Ability to interact with office and laboratory personnel in a proper, professional and business-like manner

Working Conditions

The employee may be exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. AmSpec Services provides product information, training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in an effort to protect employees from exposure to potentially harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read product information, use available engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use appropriate protective equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements

• Pass a drug and alcohol test specified by AmSpec
• Pass an annual Pulmonary Fitness and Respirator Fit Test
• Pass a physical examination by a physician designated by AmSpec Services, both before employment and at any time during employment upon request of AmSpec Services to confirm the Surveyor’s ability to perform the essential job functions of the position.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/carry boxes weighing up to 45lbs.
• Ability to work in the presence of odors, typical of petroleum or petrochemicals, without allergic reactions or nausea when such odors are within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).