Laboratory Technician

Company Description

Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

Job Description

Position Purpose:  

Responsibilities for this position include the preparation and analysis of hazardous waste samples using standard EPA and ASTM methods. Responsible for following established laboratory QA/QC protocols as well as performing routine calculations and data entry. Laboratory Instruments and procedures employed may include: GC, GC/MS, ICAP, Mercury Vapor Analyzer, Ion Chromatography, Parr Bomb calorimeters, pH meters, TOC analyzers, balances and various wet chemistry procedures. Cleans and maintains instruments and work area. The position is working the afternoon schedule.

Primary Duties /Responsibilities: 

• Conduct all login procedures, both manual and electronic, of samples delivered to the laboratory, ensures proper labeling and paperwork.
• Sub-sample a variety of waste materials, process and product samples and follows proper analytical methods required for compliance in accordance with established guidelines and training.
• Conduct sample analysis on sub-samples per methods and procedures established by training and knowledge of analysis plans. Conducts QA/OC sample analysis and calibrations.
• Ensure proper written and electronic documentation of all test results including QA/QC and audit sample documents prior to approval and completeness of summarizing data. Notifies appropriate supervisor or staff member of completed analysis.
• Prepare reagent solutions, standards and other laboratory solutions as directed by supervisor or lead technician per guidance and training.
• Maintenance of analytical equipment and documents in accordance with quality assurance and control compliance.
• Gather appropriate paperwork for management approvals and notifies staff of any incomplete sections needing attention. Assists in compiling and reporting of analysis date including QA/QC data for review by staff.
• Perform periodic audits of analytical logs to ensure regulatory compliance for completeness and accuracy.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

Spends 100% of the time in a lab or operations environment. Typically spends 10 - 20% of time exposed to outdoor and sometimes inclement weather. Company service vehicles are used as required.

Possible Work Hazards:

May be exposed to possible operations hazards including fumes, airborne particles, and noise, rotating machinery, high pressure, hot and cold temperatures, slippery surfaces, water and electrical hazards. Frequently exposed to toxic and caustic chemicals

Physical Demands:

• Amount of time spent – Standing 50-75%, Sitting 25%, Walking 25%.
• Requires close visual and hearing observation. Taste and smell may be required for some tests.
• Constantly uses hands to finger, handle or feel and frequently reaches with hands and arms.
• Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds distances of 10 feet. May lift up to 50-100 pounds on occasion.
• Occasional stooping, bending or kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing and entering confined spaces.
• Close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus are special requirements.

Personal Protective Equipment Required. 

Safety Glasses: Continuously

Gloves: Continuously

Hard Hat: Occasionally

Clothing/Coveralls (Tyvek, Poly Coated Tyvek, etc.): Continuously

Hearing Protection: Occasionally

Respirator (Full Face): Frequently

Steel-toed boots: Occasionally

Powered Air Purifying Respirator (PAPR): NA

Apron: Occasionally

Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA): NA

Qualifications

Education /Experience /Background:

• High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
• Minimum of AA degree in Chemistry or equivalent laboratory experience required
• Bachelor's degree in science discipline with a working knowledge of Chemistry preferred
• 24 hour OSHA HAZWOPER training preferred.

Knowledge /Skills /Abilities:

• Strong team player 
• Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills 
• Time management: the ability to organize and manage multiple deadlines 
• Strong customer service orientation

Required Certification /Licenses /Training:

• 24-Hour HAZWOPER Training

Additional Information

Benefits:  Veolia’s comprehensive benefits package includes paid time off policies, as well as health, dental, vision, life insurance, savings accounts, tuition reimbursement, paid volunteering and more. In addition, employees are also entitled to participate in an employer sponsored 401(k) plan, to save for retirement. Pay and benefits for employees represented by a union are outlined in their collective bargaining agreement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.