What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Technician position at NES, Inc.?
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Position Summary
This full-time, non-exempt position will operate in a biosafety cabinet in a laboratory that tests for H5N1 (Avian flu). The ideal candidate must be willing to wear full lab Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and demonstrate safe and efficient lab practices. Prior lab experience is required. The candidates must exhibit high lab safety standards, excellent communication skills, and an ability to prioritize daily tasks. We believe collaboration is the key to success and pride ourselves on employee engagement to improve our organization and the clients we serve. Visit our website, NES-EHS.com to discover who we are and what we do!
NES, Inc. conducts pre-employment drug screenings, background checks, and driving record checks, for all new hires.
Essential Duties and Major Responsibilities
- Receive samples.
- Aliquot from the original sample tubes into smaller sample tubes.
- Seal sample tubes.
- Properly store and handle samples.
- Dispose of samples when directed.
- Place printed barcode labels on sample tubes.
- Package samples for shipment by courier following DOT and other applicable requirements.
Education and Experience
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Basic computer skills are required including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft Outlook (these skills will be tested as part of the hiring process).
- One (1) or more years of experience performing laboratory functions including the tasks listed below (experience as an undergraduate or graduate student may be considered):
- Proficiency in handling and pipetting fluids.
- Knowledge of basic lab safety protocols.
- Familiarity with required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and its proper use.
- Experience using a biosafety cabinet.
- Ability and willingness to be respirator trained and fit-tested.
Specialized Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Flexibility to adjust to the changing needs, conditions, and work responsibilities to achieve successful solutions and results.
- Ability to hold information confidential including but not limited to names, locations, sample results, NPINs, and all information accessible through the data system.
- Certification in DOT/IATA hazardous materials and dangerous goods shipping and receiving.
- Knowledge of laboratory safety practices, requirements, and compliance.
- Ability to openly communicate.
Wage: $22-$25 per hour
Exposure Risk: Candidates understand they may be exposed to the H5N1 virus during the performance of work. Personnel will routinely handle samples that are likely to contain H5N1. Proper use of laboratory safety precautions mitigates exposure risk. However, the candidate acknowledges that some risks may be inevitable.
Benefits
- Medical - six plans to choose from including Kaiser (coverage begins the 1st of the month after completing 30 days of employment).
- Dental, Vision, and Basic Life Insurance (coverage begins the 1st of the month after completing 30 days of employment and is 100% employer-paid for the employee-only coverage).
- 401k Retirement plan with employer match up to 7% of contributions.
- FSA, Dependent Care FSA, HSA, Lifestyle Spending Account (use for a gym membership, pet insurance, ski passes, exercise equipment and so much more).
- Voluntary Life Insurance for the employee, spouse and children
- Eight company-paid holidays per year.
- Accrued Paid Time Off.
Company Information
NES is a nationally recognized leader providing environmental, health, and safety training and consulting, clan lab training, industrial hygiene, construction safety oversight, and stormwater compliance services. We provide industrial hygiene consulting covering indoor air quality, mold, water damage, exposure to hazardous materials, and more. We deliver environmental compliance expertise on issues from air and water quality to waste management. NES offers training across a broad range of environmental health & safety issues and trains thousands of law enforcement personnel to handle clan lab investigations safely and effectively. Visit our website NES-EHS.com for more information.
NES, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Salary : $22 - $25
