Lab Technician 1

Pace Analytical Services, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401K plan

Paid time off

Wellness program

Job summary

Pace Analytical Services, LLC in the United States is seeking a Lab Technician to join the environmental testing team. You will be responsible for preparing water and soil samples prior to analysis, following established procedures, and maintaining documentation.

Training will be provided to help you grow an exciting laboratory sciences career. This full-time role offers Monday–Friday hours 9:00 AM–5:30 PM, with a starting hourly rate of $18, eligible benefits, and opportunities to advance as

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in a laboratory or environmental testing setting is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare water and soil samples prior to analysis.
• Follow established sample preparation procedures.
• Handle solvents and chemicals for sample preparation.
• Maintain and update documentation and databases.

Skills

Sample prep

Documentation

Lab environment

Safety PPE

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift:

Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM

Are you ready to work making the world a safer, healthier place? Join our mission to continuously move science forward; to innovate and advance all aspects of our business to improve the health and safety of our communities and lives.

Lab Technician

Compensation:$18.00 per hour

Hours:Monday - Friday, 9 AM - 5:30 PM

The salary for this position reflects a variety of factors. Compensation will be determined based on the candidate's geographic location, relevant experience, education, skills, and alignment with internal equity. Market conditions, budgetary considerations, and organizational compensation guidelines may also influence the final offer.

Make an Impact. Build a Career.

At Pace, everything we do is built upon an unwavering commitment to making the world a safer, healthier place. Since 1978, we've continued developing innovative practices that drive sustainability and empower our partners with accurate quality data at every critical moment and milestone.

That's why we need you -- your curiosity, your talents, and your drive -- to help us advance this important work, and your career.

We're seeking curious, motivated individuals who are passionate about protecting our environment and the communities we serve. If you're looking to develop your skills, contribute to meaningful scientific work, and build a long-term career in environmental science, Pace could be the perfect place for you.

Find Your Place at Pace

Join us as a Lab Technician, where you'll put your love of science to work in the sample preparation department of our environmental testing laboratory. You'll receive all the training you need to successfully take on your new role and grow an exciting laboratory sciences career at Pace.

What You’ll Do

• Support our Scientists by preparing water and soil samples prior to analysis

• Follow a variety of established sample preparation procedures

• Work with various solvents and chemicals for the preparation of samples

• Maintain and update appropriate documentation and databases
  

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (lab coat, safety glasses, gloves - all provided by Pace)

• Experience in a laboratory or environmental testing setting is preferred but not required

Find Your Place at Pace - We need you - your curiosity, your talents, and your drive - to help us advance this important work.

Benefits
When you join Pace, you commit to work that makes a positive impact on our communities and our world. We commit to supporting you with benefits and perks that make a positive impact on your life. Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes competitive salaries, medical, dental vision, 401K retirement savings plan (100% vested immediately in the employer match), life, disability and voluntary benefits, paid time off for holiday, sick and vacation days, HSA, wellness program, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance program, parental leave, optional legal coverage and ID theft.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.