Laboratory Technician LA018

Narrabay; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Narragansett Bay Commission in Providence, RI, seeks a Laboratory Technician LA018 to perform routine chemical and biological testing in support of plant and field operations. You will receive samples, preserve them, and ensure chain-of-custody protocols are followed.

Responsibilities include calibration of equipment, meticulous record-keeping, and collaboration with other departments. Training others and periodic off-shifts or weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a two-year technical college degree program (biology, microbiology, chemistry, environment science) or equivalent required.
• Requires knowledge of analytical testing and sampling techniques and procedures as applied to wastewater collection, processing, and discharge.

Responsibilities

• Perform various routine chemical and biological testing in support of NBC plant/field operations.
• Receive and preserve samples; maintain chain of custody protocols.
• Set up, maintain and calibrate laboratory testing and sampling equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and computer databases of tests and activities.
• Interact with other departments regarding laboratory requirements.
• Orient and train other laboratory personnel.
• Occasionally work off-shifts and be available for emergency call-ins; weekends/holidays as scheduled.

Education

Two-year technical college degree in biology, microbiology, chemistry, environment science

Job description

Title and Number of Position: Laboratory Technician LA018

Application Period: 9/29/2026 – 10/6/2026

Salary Range: Grade U6 / $29.73 - $39.00, starting salary: $29.73

Division – Section – Unit: Environmental Science & Compliance / Laboratory

Shift and Days: Monday - Thursday 7 AM – 3:00 PM, 6:30 AM – 11:30 AM Sunday

Location: Providence

Restrictions: No

Position Covered by Bargaining Unit Agreement: Yes

Name of Bargaining Unit: Laborers' International Local 1033

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing various routine chemical and biological testing in support of Narragansett Bay Commission's plant/field operations; receipts samples into the laboratory; preserves samples and ensures sample chain of custody protocols are followed. In accordance with NBC industry/regulatory guidelines (OSHA, DEM, EPA, etc.) perform a variety of routine chemical and biological testing routines on samples submitted to the Laboratory obtained at field locations for analysis (TSS, BOD, Chloride Fecal, nitrites etc.). Set up, maintain, and as required, calibrates all laboratory testing and sampling equipment used in daily performance of duties. Maintain an accurate and timely record, and computer database of all laboratory tests and activities performed. Interacts with other Narragansett Bay Commission operations and support departments regarding information/ status of work laboratory requirements. Orients and renders training/ guidance to other Narragansett Bay Commission/ Laboratory personnel involved in sample taking, testing, and/ or other laboratory procedures. Receipts samples into the laboratory; preserves samples and ensures sample chain-of-custody protocols are followed. Within skill and experience capabilities, performs other duties and projects assigned, to include working off-shifts and being available for emergency call-ins, and working weekends/ holidays on a rotating/ scheduled basis. Perform other duties as assigned, within skill and experience capabilities.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a two-year technical college degree program (biology, microbiology, chemistry, environment science) or equivalent required. Requires knowledge of analytical testing and sampling techniques and procedures as applied to wastewater collection, processing, and discharge.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

If an applicant is unable to perform any essential job functions because of their disability but can achieve the required results by means of a REASONABLE ACCOMODATION, then the individual shall not be considered unqualified for the position.

MEDICAL INFORMATION:

Successful completion of a pre-placement physical examination and drug screen will be required after a conditional offer of employment has been made.

THE NARRAGANSETT BAY COMMISSION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER