Environmental Laboratory Technician - WetChem

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us and ready to join an inclusive work environment, committed to leading new ideas and pathways, and to delivering value? If the answer is, “Yes!” then we have an exciting career opportunity for you as a Laboratory Technician II (Wet Chem) in our Richmond, VA lab.

Who are we? We are Montrose, a global environmental services provider offering environmental planning and permitting, measurement and analytical services, and environmental resiliency and sustainability solutions. Our qualified engineers, scientists, technicians, associates, and policy experts are proud of our collective expertise and the collaborative nature of our approach to helping clients. We strive to optimize environmental resiliency in a way that effectively complements our clients’ decision-making and operations and efficiently fulfills their project requirements.

We have more than 135 offices across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia and over 3,000 employees – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER TO YOU

As a key member of our Montrose team, you can expect:

Mentorship and professional development resources to advance your career

Direct exposure to our industry’s leading experts who are solving the world’s toughest environmental challenges

An entrepreneurial environment where you can learn, thrive and collaborate with talented colleagues

Opportunities to engage and contribute in our Diversity, Fairness and Inclusion and Women Empowering Leadership employee resource groups

Competitive compensation package: compensation ranging from $18.00 to $21.00 commensurate with education, accomplishments, performance, credentials and geography

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage

401k with a competitive 4% employer match

Progressive vacation policies, company holidays and paid parental leave benefits to ensure work/life balance

A financial assistance program that supports peers in need, known as the Montrose Foundation

Access to attractive student loan rates to optimize your student loan payoff plans

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Enthalpy Analytical, is part of the larger organization, Montrose Environmental Group, is comprised of over 9 laboratories servicing air, water, soil, and toxicology testing. Regulations drive the need for our services, but our unique capabilities allow us to add value to clients beyond environmental compliance.

As a key member of the laboratory team, this role will be responsible for a full range of activities including:

Preparation of samples for analysis

Preparation of reagents for lab use and/or shipment

Sample preparation

Determining the volume of samples

Cleaning of laboratory glassware

Maintaining clean laboratory areas

Maintaining organized records of sample preparation and analysis

Perform instrumental analysis of samples

Assisting the Group Leaders and analysts in acquiring and inventorying consumables, chemicals, and parts for instrumentation

Comply with Enthalpy’s Quality Assurance Program and other policies

Comply with Enthalpy’s Health and Safety Plan

Other duties as assigned by the Group Leader or Lab Director

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities.

Requirements/Education:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required, associate's or Bachelor's degree in a scientific field preferred

1-2 years of experience working in a lab

Understanding of physical and chemical principles underlying why procedures are specified the way they were for each method with which they work.

Preferred Skills:

Computer skills: knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant computer programs

Analytical and numerical skills: ability to perform mathematical calculations (add, subtract, multiply, divide) in different units of measurement; ability to use concepts such as fractions, percentages, and ratios

Strong attention to detail

Ability to write correspondence and reports

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to perform physically demanding work such as moving and lifting equipment, standing for long periods of time, etc.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact or for assistance.

MAKE THE MOVE TO ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER

We are a fast-paced, dynamic and high-growth company. You are your own boss, but you will get tons of guidance and plenty of support from talented, super-smart colleagues and its service providers. Therefore, if freedom, autonomy, and head-scratching professional challenges attract you, we could be the perfect match made in heaven.

Want to know more about us? Visit montrose-env.com and have fun!

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