Lab Technician Jobs

Your role at GEI.

GEI’s in-house laboratory conducts biological, chemical, and toxicological testing services. Our laboratory services include identification of benthic invertebrates, ambient and whole effluent toxicity (WET) testing, and low-level nutrient chemistry.

Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, biology, or ecology required. Coursework in ecotoxicology desired. Previous experience working with Lachat instrumentation and/or WET testing is a plus.

Primary Responsibilities And Duties

• Candidates will be responsible for basic laboratory tasks and duties including cleaning and maintenance of equipment
• The ability to perform well in a team environment is essential
• Conduct WET testing
• Once fully trained, weekend work is required with a standard workweek of either Saturday through Wednesday or Wednesday through Sunday
• Applicants must be flexible
• Along with other lab staff, maintain laboratory’s Ceriodaphnia dubia cultures on a daily basis
• Mix laboratory-grade water
• This is a full-time, benefited position
• Conduct basic chemistry analysis
• Recognize when others need assistance and be able to jump in and help out wherever needed
• Conduct low-level nutrient analysis

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Excel
• Experience conducting highly technical laboratory analyses
• Knowledge of basic water chemistry
• Experience working with standard operating procedures and USEPA-approved methods

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Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision and More
• Rewards and Recognition
• Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Market-Competitive Compensation
• GEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)
• And More…
• Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
• $18.52/hour

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Physical Job Requirements

Functional Demands

Sedentary

Light

X

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

X

Lifting coolers ~30lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

X

Lifting carboys of water ~45lbs

Sometimes over head. Sometimes for 20ft.

Carrying objects

X

Push/pull

X

Pulling/pushing carts around lab.

Twisting

X

Twisting in seat to reach different supplies

Bending

X

When grabbing coolers or cubitainers from ground.

Reaching forward

X

Reaching overhead

X

Squat/kneel/crawl

X

Occasional squatting

Wrist position deviation

X

When renewing tests, working on computer

Stress on the neck, back, and spine

X

Requires a hunched position when renewing certain tests/cultures

Pinching/fine motor skills

X

Used with pipettes and when working with very small organisms

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

X

Can be more with higher tech grades

Taste or smell

X

(sometimes will waft samples, strong smells from organisms/food)

Talk or hear

X

Continually talking and listening with those around

Chemical use

X

Chemicals include corrosive, flammable, and toxic substances

Work with heavy metals

X

Chemicals include Copper Chloride, Sodium selenite, and Cadmium Chloride

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

X

Very small organisms tested

Far Vision

X

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

X

Chemistry analyses require color discrimination

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

X

Very small organisms tested

Hearing

X

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

X

Chemical

X

Airborne communicable diseases

X

Extreme temperatures

X

Radiation

X

Uneven surfaces or elevations

X

Extreme noise levels

X

Dust/particular matter

X

Other (exposure Risks)

Usual workday hours:

X

8

10

12

Other work hours

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