Laboratory Technician (Sample Control)

ABOUT YOU

Are you passionate about 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 Sample Receiving Technician based in our Denver, CO laboratory.

Who are we? We are Enthalpy Analytical, a subsidiary of Montrose Environmental Group, 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 3000+ employees and more than 135 global locations across the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia – all ready to provide solutions for environmental needs.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER 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: hourly wage is $23.00 - $24.00, commensurate with 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 a student loan planning tool to optimize your student loan payoff plans and compare student loan rates with lenders.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

Sample Receiving Technicians are responsible for ensuring that samples received, documented and stored correctly. Sample Custodians are responsible for notifying the Group Leader to receipt, volume, preservation, labeling, or other discrepancies that could affect the laboratory’s ability to meet the expectations of our clients. The ideal candidate will have experience in working under possibly hazardous conditions (e.g. pathogens or chemicals). They will be well-trained to maintain safety conditions and will be passionate for doing work that makes things move forward.

Our Denver, CO Laboratory is currently seeking a Full-Time Sample Receiving Technician to join our team.

Schedule: Monday - Friday. Some Saturday work may be required.

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

• Receives environmental samples into the laboratory according to Enthalpy’s SOPs
• Performs data entry of sample and test information into Laboratory Information System (LIMS)
• Label sample containers, store them in appropriate locations and/or contact the proper department to inform them of short holding time and/or rush requests.
• Assists in sample bottle preparation
• Assists in sample management/archiving and disposal
• Assists in sample pickup or field sampling, if needed
• Assists in the coordination of daily field sampling/pickup schedule, if needed
• Participates in focus teams to improve efficiency
• Comply with Enthalpy’s Quality Assurance Program
• Comply with Enthalpy’s Health and Safety Plan
• Other duties as assigned

YOUR EXPERTISE AND SKILLS

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.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Some lab experience is preferred but not required

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Knowledge of general lab practices and lab safety
• Able to multi-task and communicate effectively (both oral and written)
• Able to work independently and make sound decisions
• Well organized and have an attention to detail