What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Assistant position at BerQ RNG?
About Berq RNG
At BerQ RNG, we turn waste into opportunity.
We're on a mission to make renewable natural gas a mainstream, reliable, and part of North America's clean energy future, capturing biogas that would otherwise be flared into the atmosphere and transforming it into something valuable: clean, renewable fuel.
Across the U.S. and Canada, countless sites release biogas because it's "too hard" or "too expensive" to use. We see that as a challenge worth solving. Our team builds, owns, and operates RNG projects that prove sustainability and profitability can go hand in hand. Every project we develop helps farmers, communities, and investors participate in the energy transition while directly reducing emissions. For more information on BerQ RNG, please visit our website at www.berqrng.com.
About the Job
BerQ RNG is looking for a Laboratory Assistant for its dairy manure digester biogas to renewable natural gas (RNG) facility, referred to as the Platte River Biogas facility, located in LaSalle, Colorado. The Laboratory Assistant supports daily lab operations by performing sample collection, preparation, and routine testing in accordance with established procedures. This role is responsible for the consistent and accurate execution of lab tasks and reporting results to the Lab Technician.
Responsibilities:
- Collect and prepare feedstock, digester sludge, effluent, and process samples for analysis.
- Perform routine laboratory tests, including Total Solids (TS), Volatile Solids (VS), pH, and other basic parameters, following established procedures.
- Accurately record test results and maintain laboratory logs and data tracking systems.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of the laboratory workspace.
- Monitor laboratory supplies and consumables, and assist with inventory management.
- Assist with sample collection throughout the plant, including field environments.
- Follow all safety procedures and protocols when handling samples, chemicals, and equipment.
- Report irregular results, deviations, or equipment issues to the Lab Technician.
- Support basic data entry and tracking of daily lab activities.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent, with a science major required.
- Experience working in a laboratory is preferred; however, on-the-job training will be provided.
- Basic math and computer skills.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks with consistency and accuracy.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Comfortable working in an industrial environment, including exposure to odors, noise, and varying temperatures.
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Willingness to work in both lab and field settings.
- Must be willing to work onsite.
In addition to a collaborative and supportive work environment, BerQ RNG offers:
- Competitive salary.
- Annual performance incentive bonus opportunity.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental health coverage for you and your family.
- 401k Retirement Plan with company match.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- A culture that values teamwork, collaboration, and opportunity for growth and development.
Berq RNG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting a work environment that embraces diversity, equity, inclusion, and respect. BerQ RNG provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable Federal, state, and local laws.
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the US with no restrictions.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24