On-Site Aquatic Lab Sorting Technician I

Spheros Environmental; Moscow (ID); On-site; USD 19,975 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Spheros Environmental in Moscow, ID is seeking a Sorting Laboratory Technician I to set up and sort water samples, separating aquatic invertebrates from debris. This on-site, full-time role offers on-the-job training with a starting pay of $14.50-$18 per hour, plus overtime during the busy season.

The ideal candidate will work quietly at a microscope, maintain strong attention to detail, and thrive in a small team while meeting deadlines and supporting environmental sample processing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; science coursework preferred.
• Experience with microscopes is preferred.
• Ability to work quietly and independently.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic computer and math skills required.
• Willing to work up to 30 hours per week with overtime during busy season.

Responsibilities

• Set up and sort water samples to separate aquatic invertebrates.
• Follow project-specific protocols and document results.
• Work quietly at the microscope for extended periods.
• Collaborate with a small team and meet deadlines.
• Support overtime during peak lab season.

Skills

Microscope operation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Basic computer skills

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Environmental science coursework

Biology background

Tools

Microscope

Job description

Spheros Environmental in Moscow, ID is seeking a Sorting Laboratory Technician I to set up and sort water samples, separating aquatic invertebrates from debris. This on-site, full-time role offers on-the-job training with a starting pay of $14.50-$18 per hour, plus overtime during the busy season.

The ideal candidate will work quietly at a microscope, maintain strong attention to detail, and thrive in a small team while meeting deadlines and supporting environmental sample processing.