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Incorporated in 1988, Environmental Service Laboratories, Inc. (ESL) is an environmental testing laboratory that provides its clientele with a comprehensive range of analytical testing and field sampling services. ESLs vision is to be recognized as a leader in achieving technical excellence and to be its customer’s best resource. ESLs customers include natural gas drilling companies, industrial facilities, municipalities, engineering firms, local/state/federal government, and the general public. ESL is accredited to test drinking water, wastewater, soil, solid materials and natural gas.
GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Laboratory Assistant you will perform analytical testing and associated techniques on environmental samples. Apply quality principles and adheres to the laboratory's quality policy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs routine analytical testing and associated lab tasks that provide experience and familiarization with methods, practices, and programs. These include:
Preparation of samples using standard techniques. Performing chemical analysis using standard techniques Calculating and entering data into ESLs Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) as applicable. Preparing standards and reagents. Recording and reporting data and any unusual test occurrences to the supervisor. Performing routine instrument maintenance Responsible for performing job functions in compliance with ESLs method and QA standards Responsible for general housekeeping in his/her work area. Ability to become trained and competent on complex instrumentation. Secondary Duties: Works under close supervision using routine and standard methods. Aliquots and weighs samples.
Comply with safety rules and regulations to include determining proper handling procedures of samples.
Performs additional projects as required.
Qualifications- To be a successful Laboratory Assistant, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The individual should be self-motivated, ambitious, hardworking, and able to work independently with an eye for attention to detail. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requirements Education: High School Diploma, enrolled in higher education towards a degree in related field desired, previous laboratory experience a plus
ESL is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, age, religion, sex, veterans, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
