Laboratory Technician

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Completes material analysis to determine characteristics and waste profiles
• Makes determination of pH, screens for oxidizers, peroxides, cyanides, and sulfides, and identifies fuel and water compatibilities
• Determines heat of combustion (BTU value), total halogens and completes water analysis (by Karl Fischer), percent solids and paint-filter liquids
• Utilizes Company Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Performs compositing, packaging, organizing, and proper disposal of retain and other waste samples
• Stocks and organizes laboratory areas and storeroom with chemicals and laboratory supplies
• Performs instrument checks including refrigerators, balances, hoods, thermometers, and pipettes
• Utilizes and upholds good laboratory practices (e.g. QA/QC, documentation, maintenance/minor repairs, housekeeping, professionalism)
• Maintains ability to assist other laboratory shifts as needed
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

As a Laboratory Technician you will be responsible for performing laboratory testing to provide reliable and analytical services to Operations and customers in a timely manner.

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Completes material analysis to determine characteristics and waste profiles
• Makes determination of pH, screens for oxidizers, peroxides, cyanides, and sulfides, and identifies fuel and water compatibilities
• Determines heat of combustion (BTU value), total halogens and completes water analysis (by Karl Fischer), percent solids and paint-filter liquids
• Utilizes Company Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Performs compositing, packaging, organizing, and proper disposal of retain and other waste samples
• Stocks and organizes laboratory areas and storeroom with chemicals and laboratory supplies
• Performs instrument checks including refrigerators, balances, hoods, thermometers, and pipettes
• Utilizes and upholds good laboratory practices (e.g. QA/QC, documentation, maintenance/minor repairs, housekeeping, professionalism)
• Maintains 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 / 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)

At Arcwood Environmental, we are more than just a company; 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 with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees spread across the United States, we provide 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, allow us to solve our customers’ waste challenges. We are part of the solution. We don’t generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opp ortunities:
  At Arcwood, your contribution is valued beyond your job title. We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth,…