Junior Environmental Specialist
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Job Summary
Position Summary
The Environmental Analyst in the Metal Section performs laboratory-based testing and analysis of metals in environmental samples using advanced analytical instruments. The role emphasizes data accuracy adherence to EPA protocols and upholding quality assurance standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct trace-metal analysis in environmental matrices (water wastewater soil sludge biosolids etc.) following EPA methods (200.7 200.8 245.1 3050B etc.).
- Perform sample preparation including hot-block digestion microwave digestion and fusion techniques.
- Operate maintain and troubleshoot analytical instrumentation:
- ICP-OES and ICP-MS for multi-element quantification
- Graphite Furnace AA (GFAA) Cold Vapor AA (CVAAS) and Cold Vapor Atomic Fluorescence (CVAFS) for mercury and other ultra-trace metals
- UV-Vis spectrophotometry for colorimetric metal assays
- Execute full QA/QC protocols per EPA and NELAC/TNI standards: calibration curves continuing calibration verification (CCV) blanks laboratory control samples (LCS) matrix spikes/duplicates and internal standards.
- Enter review and validate data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS); flag outliers and ensure traceability.
- Participate in internal audits proficiency testing (PT) and method validation studies.
- Collaborate with QA officers senior analysts and cross-functional teams on non-routine investigations method improvements and regulatory reporting.
- Maintain detailed electronic bench sheets and logbooks in compliance with SOPs.
Key Competencies
- Analytical Chemistry Expertise
- Proven metal analysis in environmental matrices
- Sample digestion (EPA 200.7 200.8 245.1 etc.)
- Data validation and result interpretation
- Direct hands-on experience or formal training with:
- ICP-OES / ICP-MS
- GFAA / CVAAS / CVAFS
- Colorimetric methods (spectrophotometry)
- Block digestors and wet-chemistry prep
- QA/QC compliance with EPA and NELAC guidelines
- Calibration blanks LCS spikes duplicates
- Internal audit participation
- Strict SOP adherence
- Data entry result reporting issue flagging
- Data integrity and traceability
- Teamwork with QA staff and peers
- Support for ad-hoc projects and investigations
- Clear communication of anomalies and process improvements
Ideal Background / Experience
- Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Chemistry Environmental Science Analytical Chemistry or related discipline.
- Experience: 13 years in an accredited environmental laboratory with primary focus on metals analysis.
- Certifications (preferred): NELAC/TNI assessor training EPA method-specific certifications LIMS user certification.
Key Skills
- Floor Care
- Hospital Experience
- Hospitality Experience
- Computer Skills
- Environmental Services
- Cleaning Experience
- OSHA
- Contract Management
- Team Management
- Custodial Experience
- EHS
- Commercial Cleaning
