Lab Technician

LIXIL; Mooresville (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

LIXIL Public Partners is seeking a reliable Lab Technician to perform weekly water quality testing for domestic wastewater systems. The role focuses on testing execution, sample handling, and accurate recordkeeping, with training provided across testing protocols.

This part-time contract position requires 8-16 hours per week, starts immediately, and is expected to last an initial 1 year, with potential extension based on project needs.

Qualifications

• Education toward an Associate’s or Bachelor's in a science field (biology, chemistry, environmental).
• Experience in laboratory settings preferred.
• Willingness to work part-time as a contractor.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly routine water quality testing on wastewater samples.
• Record observations and input data into digital spreadsheets for real-time visibility.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab environment following safety protocols.
• Training will be provided across sampling and testing protocols.

Skills

Lab testing

Recordkeeping

Independent work

Communication of results

Education

Coursework toward Associate/Bachelor in biology/chemistry/environmental science

Bachelor’s in an applicable science

Tools

Hach test kits

Multi-parameter field reader

Job description

About Us

LIXIL makes pioneering water and housing products that make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. As a global enterprise with a presence in more than 150 countries, our portfolio of brands—including American Standard, GROHE, and INAX—touches the lives of more than a billion people every day. We are a purpose-driven company, committed to improving access to sanitation and hygiene and tackling global water challenges through sustainable design and innovation.

Overview

At LIXIL Public Partners, we believe that sanitation is a fundamental human right, not a privilege. By joining our team, your daily testing work directly supports localized, reliable, and sustainable wastewater solutions for underserved communities, ensuring that every home has access to the dignity and protection of modern, hygienic sanitation systems.

Responsibilities

LIXIL Public Partners (LPP) is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Lab Technician to perform routine water quality testing for domestic wastewater treatment systems. This role is crucial to our mission, ensuring data accuracy and integrity as we develop next-generation sanitation solutions for global communities.

You will be responsible for executing weekly laboratory testing across a range of chemical and environmental parameters, recording observations, and reporting findings into our online database. This position focuses primarily on testing execution, proper sample handling, and accurate recordkeeping.

Training will be provided across all sampling and testing protocols.

This is a part-time contract position. The contractor must be available for 8 - 16 hours per week. This position starts immediately and is expected to last for an initial period of 1 year. There is potential for contract extension based on project needs and contractor performance.

Qualifications

• Laboratory Testing: Conduct weekly routine water quality testing on domestic wastewater samples following standardized laboratory procedures and manufacturer instructions.
  • Measure indicator parameters including pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen (DO), and oxidation reduction potential (ORP) using a multi-parameter field reader.
  • Prepare samples for analysis with appropriate dilutions and filtration as needed.
  • Analyze various chemical analytes using Hach test kits and bench methods.
• Recordkeeping and Data entry: Maintain an accurate, detailed, and legible lab notebook documenting sample details, dilution factors, test conditions, and test results. Promptly input data into designated digital spreadsheets to ensure real-time visibility for the engineering team.
• Laboratory Maintenance and Safety: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory working environment adhering to standard biological and chemical safety protocols.

Mission Alignment

An interest in environmental sustainability, clean water access, and public health.

Soft Skills

Ability to work independently in lab settings, manage multiple tasks, and synthesize observations into project insights.

Communications

Ability to communicate testing results clearly to technical teams.

Safety Compliance

Strict commitment to following personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements and laboratory safety guidelines.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required to support field sites or project needs (less than 10% of the time).

Minimum Required

• Education: Coursework towards an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable science field (biology, chemistry, environmental) and/or coursework in basic chemistry/laboratory practices.

Preferred

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in an applicable science field (biology, chemistry, environmental)
• Technical Skills: Proven experience with hands-on mechanical equipment, troubleshooting system processes (specifically in wastewater or water treatment), and operating in laboratory or prototyping environments.

EEO Statement

AS, AMERICA INC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. Only at LIXIL’s request preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In such cases, a current and fully executed agreement with LIXIL must be in place. Only at LIXIL’s request preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In such cases, a current and fully executed agreement with LIXIL must be in place.

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