Laboratory Technician I

Veolia; Inglewood (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia is hiring for a laboratory analyst to perform waste stream sample analysis, data entry, and equipment maintenance in a compliance-driven lab environment. The role supports QA/QC and adheres to environmental health and safety standards while handling chemicals and permits.

Starting pay is $24.00 per hour. The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology, strong teamwork and communication skills, and readiness to complete OSHA training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in chemistry or biology
• Ability to work in team and fast paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing
• Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods while conducting lab tests
• Ability to lift 50 pounds throughout the workday
• Ability to complete 40-hour OSHA training with 8-hour refresher courses

Responsibilities

• Follow permit requirements to collect and test compounds and samples, using applied methods techniques.
• Enter quantities, volumes and analytical results into waste management software
• Perform QA/QC analytical screening parameters as dictated by permit. Follow all approved Laboratory SOPs
• Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety standards including the proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemical agents.
• Operating and maintain laboratory equipment
• Performs other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Physical stamina

OSHA training

Education

Bachelor degree in chemistry or biology

Job description

Job Description

In this position you’ll be responsible for completing analysis of the waste stream samples per SOPs and waste analysis plan, inventory control for lab reagents, maintenance of the samples/instruments, data entry, analytical equipment usage, associated filing and administrative activities within the laboratory

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow permit requirements to collect and test compounds and samples, using applied methods techniques.
• Enter quantities, volumes and analytical results into waste management software
• Perform QA/QC analytical screening parameters as dictated by permit. Follow all approved Laboratory SOPs
• Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety standards including the proper handling, storage, and disposal of chemical agents.
• Operating and maintain laboratory equipment
• Performs other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Starting rate of pay $24.00 per hour

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in chemistry or biology
• Ability to work in team and fast paced environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically, both verbally and in writing
• Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods while conducting lab tests
• Ability to lift 50 pounds throughout the workday
• Ability to complete 40-hour OSHA training with 8-hour refresher courses

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years Bench experience in analytical chemistry
• Knowledge OSHA Regulations
• 2+ years experience in Hazardous Waste Industry

Additional Information

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, commencing no later than January 1, 2027, benefits package will include participation in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.