Laboratory Sample Management Technician

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 Sample Management Technician you will Follow all laboratory policies and procedures, including safety requirements. Prepare bottle orders as necessary, prepare and package send-out samples for analysis, analyze pH and specific conductance, prepare chain of custody paperwork as required, labels and distribute samples to the appropriate departments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Empties incoming samples from coolers.

2. Constant communication with project managers is essential.

3. Helps coordinate incoming work with the project managers.

4. Keep inventory.

5. Verifies COC with incoming samples.

6. Records and analyzes temperatures and preservation of incoming samples.

7. Prepares chain of custody paper work as required.

8. Labels and distributes samples to appropriate departments.

9. Performs other projects as required.

10. Comply with safety rules and regulations to include determining proper handling procedures of samples.

11. Prepare outgoing bottle orders

WORKING CONDITIONS

90% of time spent in laboratory environment, with balance of time spent in office work environment, with potential exposure to moving machinery, dust, noise, temperature changes, and hazardous chemicals. Due to nature of position, must be able to deal with frequent interruptions. Some PPE required. Work schedule may alternate with varying work hours.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Good computer skills, including Windows, Excel, Word and Outlook, including strong attention to detail. Strong written and verbal communication and effective listening skills. Ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of individuals at all levels of the organization. Must be capable of performing under pressure and in stressful conditions. While performing duties of job, incumbent is required to stand; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Must be able to lift, push or carry a minimum of 50 lbs. at waist to shoulder height frequently. Must have ability to effectively verbally communicate with clients and the public.

Full-time Benefits include - Health Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, FSA, PTO, Paid Holidays, Group Life Insurance, 401K with matching, Referral Program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent, some college credits in science related field helpful but not required.

Employment with the Company is for no specific period of time. Your employment with the Company will be “at will,� meaning that either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause. Any contrary representations that may have been made to you are superseded by this letter agreement. This is full and complete agreement between you and the Company on this term. Although you job duties, title, compensation and benefits, as well as the Company's personnel policies and procedures, may change from time to time, the “at will� nature of your employment may only be changed in an express written agreement signed by you and a duly authorized officer of the Company (other than you).

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.