Our instrumental analysts are responsible for the generation of high-quality geochemical data using a suite of state-of-the-art equipment that includes ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and AAS instrumentation. The technician will maintain, calibrate, and operate the equipment as assigned to, and takes an active role in proactive system of continuous improvement.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Equivalent combination of education and relative work experience required. Bachelors degree in chemistry a plus but not required.
• Experience operating one or more of the following analytical instruments (experience with Agilent branded equipment is considered an asset) – ICP-MS, ICP-OES, AA
• Experience using analytical balances and pipettes for the serial dilution of calibration standards
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment (Agilent equipment experience an asset)
• Experience performing quality control evaluation of analytical data
• Capable and willing to work in a respectful and collaborative professional environment that is focused on delivering quality data to our clients
• The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive

PHYSICAL DEMANDS include, but are not limited to the following:

• Employee is required to crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders
• Must be able to lift and carry repetitively up to 30-lbs
• Physically capable of standing, grasping and performing other types of physical work for extended periods of time.

Work schedule 5 days, Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Saturday.
Payrate $23-$25 DO

• Comply with Health, Safety and Environmental state and federal regulations and adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Ability to recognize safety as the organization’s highest priority
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on analytical equipment including ICP-MS, ICP-OES, and AA platforms
• Prepare calibration standards making sure the instrument/standards pass system suitability test before runs
• Tune Instruments and run daily performance verifications
• Proactively monitor instrument performance to ensure the highest standards of data quality are met
• Review QA/QC of the data generated and provide stage 1 validation of customer data
• Maintain a clean, safe, respectful working environment by practicing good housekeeping
• The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive