Our client, a leading Environmental Testing Lab is looking for a Wet Chemistry Technician to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate to get hands on, professional experience in the field.

Monday-Friday, 3:00p - 11:30p
Pay: $18/hr
Contract to Hire

The Wet Chemistry Tech will perform microbiology and wet chemistry analyses in accordance with prescribed methods and standard operating procedures.
 
Specific Responsibilities:

• Analyze wastewater and sludge/solid samples for microbiological and wet chemistry parameters.
• Perform all quality control requirements associated with the methods and maintain appropriate records.
• Prioritize work by creating schedules to complete daily assignments.
• Interpret and author SOPs, perform reagent formulation, record bench level observations, and keep records in bound and electronic notebooks.
• Perform other duties as assigned and directed.

Qualifications:
 
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize work schedules and be self-directed in completing daily assignments as well as mid-range and long-term department objectives related to training and quality assurance.
• Previous positions required being multi-tasked, organized, detail oriented, and possess excellent problem-solving capabilities; will have good time management capabilities.
• Have a demonstrated ability to communicate well in English, both verbal and written.
• Desire to work in a laboratory science setting.
• Proven ability to learn new concepts quickly.

Required Qualifications:

• High school graduate plus college courses of a scientific nature.
• Additional education or 1-3 years of experience working in a laboratory setting preferred, but not required.

 
Physical Demands:

• The ability to stand for intervals of up to 8 hours while working. 
• Able to speak and hear clearly while communicating with co-workers and managers.
• Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate equipment and handle glassware.
• Must have average vision and able to see to read reports and operate equipment.
• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.