Laboratory Technician I

Veolia; Rialto (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Volunteer time

Job summary

Veolia in North America seeks a Laboratory Technician to analyze used water samples and conduct routine tests for quality control of operations and clean water. The role includes data compilation for reports and assisting in studies in both the lab and field.

The incumbent will prepare samples, document results, and maintain equipment, spending most time in a lab environment. Requires 0–2 years’ related experience and an Associate degree in chemistry or biology.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in chemistry/biology or related field.
• Bilingualism (spoken and written).
• 0–2 years in a related lab environment with capable use of lab equipment.
• Experience with analytical chemistry equipment like GC or calorimeter.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for analysis.
• Complete laboratory documentation.
• Maintain equipment per procedures.
• Monitor non-standard results with the coordinator.
• Perform maintenance tasks in the lab (eg. work areas).
• Execute any other tasks as directed by the department head.
• Spends most time in a lab environment.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Attention to detail

Good communication

Autonomy and initiative

Rapid learning ability

Education

Associate's degree in Chemistry or Biology

Tools

Gas chromatograph

Calorimeter

Job description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:

Under the authority of the project manager, the laboratory technician analyzes used water samples, routine for the control of operations and clean water to ensure quality. The Lab Technician performs a variety of chemical, biological, and physical tests required for research, development or quality control. This position compiles data for reports and assists in special studies in the laboratory and in the field.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare samples for analysis.
• Adequately complete laboratory documentation.
• Perform equipment maintenance according to established procedures.
• Monitor non-standard results with the coordinator.
• Perform various maintenance tasks in the laboratory (eg. work areas).
• Perform any other tasks deemed compatible with its function, when required by the department head.
• The incumbent spends most of the time in a lab environment.

Qualifications

Education/Experience/Background:

• Associate's degree or equivalent, with coursework in qualitative and quantitative Chemistry or biology preferred. (Must meet minimum qualifications established by regulatory agencies if working in a NELAC or State Certified Lab).
• Bilingualism (spoken and written).
• Zero to two years of experience in a related position in a similar environment with ability to use laboratory apparatus and equipment to perform accurate, repeatable work and to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Experience in the use of certain analytical chemistry equipment such as gas chromatograph, calorimeter, etc.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Master the techniques of industrial laboratory analysis.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Exposure to computerized lab equipment and related systems preferred;
• Basic computer skills (eg. Microsoft Office).
• To be able to work in a dynamic environment and under pressure.
• Good analytical and synthesis spirit.
• Autonomy and initiative.
• Good sense of ethics.
• Good communication.
• Abilities for teamwork.
• Good learning ability.

Additional Information

Pay Rate:$34.38 to $35.59 per hour.

Benefits: Our employees are covered by comprehensive benefits packages including paid time off policies; health, dental, vision, and life insurance; retirement plans, savings accounts; tuition reimbursement; paid volunteering and more.

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.