Environmental Laboratory Manager - (Source Testing)

About Us

At Onterris, we build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an Environmental Laboratory Manager - Stack, you’ll be responsible for the overall operation and administration of the laboratory. This position is responsible for training, mentoring, and delegating responsibilities to junior laboratory staff and quality control of data. This position works with reporting and field-testing teams to ensure data quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of laboratory data.

The compensation range for this role is $90k to $115k.

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

• Following established testing methods, procedures, and processes to help support consistent and reliable source testing
• Receiving environmental samples collected from field testing
• Preparation of samples for analysis and preparation of reagents for lab use and/or shipment
• Calibrating laboratory instruments
• Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis
• Interpreting and documenting data obtained from analysis
• Preparing laboratory analysis reports
• Reviewing laboratory analysis data and reports for accuracy
• Delivering accurate and on-time results to Project Managers
• Maintaining laboratory expenditures in a fiscally responsible manner
• Assisting field testing teams in acquiring and inventorying consumables, chemicals, and parts for instrumentation and preparing laboratory equipment kits for use in field tests
• Working with field crews on-site with sample preparation and recovery
• Oversee and train Laboratory Technician(s) and/or Assistant(s)
• Practice safety methods and procedures and report all potential dangers and hazards
  
  
  

Your Expertise And Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

• 2 years minimum of stack testing experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field preferred
• High School diploma is acceptable where experience and related skills can be demonstrated
• Must have 2 years of experience leading a team
• Must have 4 years of experience working in a laboratory setting
• Knowledge of Stack Testing analytical methods, analytical instruments, general lab practices and lab safety
• Proficient with Google and Microsoft Office Suite products (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability/willingness for occasional overnight and local travel
• Valid Driver's License is required
• Ability to obtain a DOT medical certification and OSHA Respiratory Protection Medical Evaluation
  
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Requirements

The physical and environmental requirements below reflect what’s typically needed to perform the essential functions of this role safely and effectively. We may provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.

• Ability to work in outdoor industrial settings, including climbing to and working on elevated platforms (50ft - 300ft) in accordance with OSHA/ANSI and other applicable safety standards
• Must be able to exert moderate physical effort, including lifting heavy materials up to 50 pounds
• Often works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions
• Sitting, standing, and walking
  
  
  

Onterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We acknowledge that these experiences and perspectives help to enrich our teams and contribute to our ongoing success. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our employment for all applicants. For US residents, click here to learn more.