Laboratory Technician

Overview

Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Legacy of Environmental Leadership!

At Arcwood Environmental, we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world. Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we’ve been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, we have a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees spread across the United States, providing innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

• Impactful Work:
  Be part of a team that makes a real difference. Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, enabling us to solve our customers’ waste challenges. We are part of the solution and do not generate waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities:
  Your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety First:
  Health and safety are our top priorities. We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well‑being of their colleagues. Our mantra is Safe and Compliant, Always.
• Collaborative Environment:
  Join a supportive and dynamic team where ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

• Prioritize health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times.
• Complete material analysis to determine characteristics and waste profiles.
• Make determinations of pH, screen for oxidizers, peroxides, cyanides, sulfides, and identify fuel and water compatibilities.
• Determine heat of combustion (BTU value), total halogens, and complete water analysis (by Karl Fischer), percent solids, and paint-filter liquids.
• Utilize the Company Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Perform compositing, packaging, organizing, and proper disposal of retention and other waste samples.
• Stock and organize laboratory areas and storeroom with chemicals and laboratory supplies.
• Perform instrument checks including refrigerators, balances, hoods, thermometers, and pipettes.
• Utilize and uphold good laboratory practices (e.g., QA/QC, documentation, maintenance/minor repairs, housekeeping, professionalism).
• Maintain ability to assist other laboratory shifts as needed.
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization.

• High‑school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in a science‑related field (preferred).

• 2+ years of laboratory experience (required) – or
• In lieu of experience, an associates degree in a science‑related field (required).
• Environmental laboratory experience (preferred).

Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives. Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Arcwood is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A post‑offer drug screen and background check will be required.