Qualifications
Education/Experience/Background:
- High School diploma.
- 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.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- 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.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures manuals.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
- Ability to adhere to Company policies and procedures and to quickly develop proficiency in the care and use of all site specific, facility required PPE (Personal Protection Equipment), including respirators, gas detectors, confined space equipment, etc.
- Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment and willingness to assume additional or new responsibilities readily.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Required Certification/Licenses/Training:
- Must possess a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record if performing field work.
- Employee Orientation, Departmental Operating Procedures, Safety, OSHA, and Quality Training.
- Learns to perform more complex tests and analysis. Applicable technical training as required.
- Stays abreast of new technology, water treatment and separation methods, procedures, and regulations infield by reading business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental publications.
- HAZWOPER (Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response) Level I and II First Responder Certification if required at site.
- Must meet minimum qualifications established by regulatory agencies if working in a NELAC or State Certified Lab.
- Chemical Hygiene Training.
- May perform more advanced functions as part of training and development.
Physical Requirements:
- Amount of time spent – Standing 50-75%, Sitting 25%, Walking 25%.
- Requires close visual and hearing observation. Taste and smell may be required for some tests.
- Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms.
- Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds distances of 10 feet. May lift up to 50-100 pounds on occasion. Occasional stooping, bending or kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing and entering confined spaces.
- Close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus are special requirements.
- Personal Protective Equipment Required:
- Safety Glasses: Continuously
- Gloves: Continuously
- Hard Hat: Occasionally
- Clothing/Coveralls (Tyvek, Poly Coated Tyvek, etc.): Continuously
- Hearing Protection: Occasionally
- Respirator (Full Face): Frequently
- Steel-toed boots: Occasionally
- Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR): NA
- Apron: Occasionally
- Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA): NA
Additional Information
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.
Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.