Onsite Environmental Lab Technician — Impactful Waste Analysis

Heritage Environmental; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcwood Environmental is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our environmental services team in Benton, AR. This full-time onsite role supports waste analysis, QA/QC, and laboratory operations across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities include performing analytical tests, maintaining LIMS records, and ensuring safe, compliant handling of samples and chemicals. A strong emphasis on safety and accuracy is essential.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree in a science related field preferred.
• Environmental laboratory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies and maintaining safe practices at all times.
• Completes material analysis to determine characteristics and waste profiles.
• Determines pH, screens for oxidizers, peroxides, cyanides, sulfides; identifies fuel and water compatibilities.
• Determines heat of combustion (BTU), total halogens, and completes water analysis (Karl Fischer).
• Uses Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Performs compositing, packaging, organizing, and proper disposal of retain and other waste samples.
• Stocks and organizes lab areas and storeroom with chemicals and lab supplies.
• Performs instrument checks (refrigerators, balances, hoods, thermometers, pipettes).
• Maintains Good Laboratory Practices (QA/QC, documentation, repairs, housekeeping).
• Maintains ability to assist other laboratory shifts as needed.
• Takes on additional duties to support the team and organization.

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Associates / Bachelor's degree in a science related field

Job description

Arcwood Environmental is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join our environmental services team in Benton, AR. This full-time onsite role supports waste analysis, QA/QC, and laboratory operations across multiple shifts.

Responsibilities include performing analytical tests, maintaining LIMS records, and ensuring safe, compliant handling of samples and chemicals. A strong emphasis on safety and accuracy is essential.