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Lab Analyst

Vancouver, WA 98660

Posted: 09/10/2024 Industry: Water/Wastewater Treatment Job Number: 193657 Pay Rate: $23-$26 per hour

Job Description

HKA Enterprises is unable to support C2C. 3rd party submissions and C2C requests will not be considered for any positions.

HKA is working on behalf of Jacobs and this role is to support Jacobs’ work through HKA.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Analyzing wastewater samples for Total Suspended Solids, Fecal Coliform, Ammonia, pH, Biochemical Oxygen Demand and a variety of other tests
  • Analyzing solid samples for %TS and %VS
  • Collecting air samples for analysis
  • Using microscope to properly identify bacteria in wastewater samples
  • Maintaining laboratory equipment including incubators, autoclaves, dissolved oxygen probes, pH probes, analytical balances, etc.
  • Collecting wastewater treatment samples
  • Proper sample handling, including chain of custody procedures
  • Creating accurate sample fractions from parent samples
  • Receiving and logging chemicals and other supplies
  • Proper laboratory documentation
  • Creating, updating and maintaining standard operating procedures
  • Cross training as needed to provide support with industrial sampling
  • Following laboratory and field work safety protocol and using necessary PPE at all times
  • Proper disposal of environmental samples
  • Accurate data entry in LIMS
  • Data validation
  • Serve as backup for industrial pretreatment sampling program
  • Maintaining a positive attitude and contributing to a team environment

 OTHER INFORMATION:

  • Work schedule will be day shift Tuesday through Saturday
  • Some holiday work required
  • Must be able to stand for approximately 80% of an 8-hour workday
  • Must be able to regularly lift items between 1 – 15 pounds
  • Must be able to occasionally lift items between 15 and 50 pounds

 

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

  • Prefer candidates with an associate or bachelor’s degree in a science field.
  • Prefer candidates that have experience analyzing environmental samples.

Additional Information

HKA Enterprises is a global workforce solutions firm. If you're seeking a new career opportunity or project experience, our recruiters will work to understand your qualifications, experience, and personal goals. At HKA, we recognize the importance of matching employee goals with those of the employer. We strive to seek credibility, satisfaction, and endorsement from all of our applicants. We invite you to take time and search for your next career experience with us! HKA is an EEO Employer who participates in the US Citizenship and Immigration Services E-Verify Program.

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