Laboratory Technician I

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia North America is seeking a Laboratory Technician to analyze used water samples and support quality control efforts in a laboratory setting. Under the project manager, you will perform chemical, biological, and physical tests and compile data for reports.

The role requires an associate degree with chemistry or biology coursework, bilingual abilities, and up to two years of related experience. You will operate analytical equipment and maintain lab documentation in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with chemistry or biology coursework preferred.
• Bilingualism in spoken and written English/other languages as applicable.
• Zero to two years of related lab experience with ability to use lab apparatus for accurate results.
• Experience with analytical chemistry equipment such as gas chromatograph and calorimeter.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples for analysis.
• Complete laboratory documentation.
• Perform equipment maintenance as per procedures.
• Monitor non-standard results with the coordinator.
• Perform laboratory maintenance tasks as needed by the department head.
• Carry out other duties compatible with function when required by supervisor.

Skills

Lab techniques

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Autonomy

Ethics

Computer skills

Communication

Learning ability

Education

Associate degree or equivalent (chemistry/biology coursework)

Tools

Gas chromatography

Calorimeter

Job description

Company 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.

Work Environment

• 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.