Laboratory/Field Technician

Aqua-Tech Laboratories is a NELAC accredited Environmental Laboratory providing water, wastewater, sludge, and soil analysis. We perform a comprehensive range of analysis including colorimetric, titrimetric, gravimetric, and instrumental analysis. Aqua-Tech Laboratories has been serving the environmental community for over 39 years and is an industry leader in quality assurance. We currently operate two facilities serving the State of Texas. We pride ourselves on employing a dedicated and diverse team of individuals.

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform analytical procedures at our southeast Austin, TX facility. We operate a fast-paced work environment that processes large volumes of sample analyses. Our training program provides the technician with all the tools and techniques needed to meet State and National requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Perform a variety of analytical procedures following company-specific standard operating procedures. This includes techniques using pipettes, balances, filtration apparatuses, burettes, electrodes and other basic techniques. Advance techniques, as experience allows, will include instrumentation.
• Record data according to company guidelines while maintaining the upmost integrity and quality control.
• Maintain and calibrate sensitive equipment.
• Prepare standards and reagents to be used in sample analyses.
• Keep an orderly work environment.
• Follow safety guidelines when working with potentially dangerous samples and chemicals.
• Maintain awareness of deadlines and analysis holding times.
• Receive, track, properly store and maintain an inventory of environmental samples and supplies.
• Field testing and sample collection.
• Maintain client confidentiality.

Requirements:

• High commitment to data integrity and a positive attitude.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team and autonomously.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office. (especially Excel)
• Ability to work on your feet for extended times.
• Ability to lift boxes or equipment that could weigh up to 30 pounds.
• Occasional, rotating weekend work.
• A good driving record.
• Complete a background check.

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, or relevant study.
• Environmental or Laboratory Technician experience.

Please do not call to apply, EMAIL ONLY.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Laboratory Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Austin, TX 78744: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $20