Environmental Analyst – Metal Section
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Environmental Analyst
Company Overview: Our client is a leading provider of environmental solutions dedicated to preserving and enhancing the quality of water resources in Orange County.
Position Summary: This position performs complex physical and chemical or microbiological tests and analyses within the Orange County Utilities Central Laboratory ensuring compliance with quality assurance and quality control standards.
Responsibilities:
- Perform chemical and microbiological sample analysis and document findings in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for accurate data management.
- Performs qualitative and quantitative analysis of water wastewater soil sludge or other matrices for detection of total coliforms fecal coliforms and E. coli.
- Communicates with managers project coordinators and clients daily.
- Conduct gravimetric analysis for Total Solids Total Dissolved Solids and Total Suspended Solids following established methods and department SOPs.
- Perform Wet Chemistry analysis using instruments to test pH Turbidity Alkalinity CBOD/BOD Nutrients (Orthophosphate Nitrate Nitrite Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen Total Phosphorus Ammonia) according to SOPs.
- Ensure all quality assurance and quality control standards are met for the assigned analysis.
- Operate and perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment such as Auto Analyzer BOD analyzers Atomic Absorption Spectrophotometer Carbon Analyzer GC HPL or other specialized instruments as assigned.
- Ensures analytical results meet regulatory and certification requirements for water wastewater and environmental testing.
- Participate in internal audits with the QA/QC department to ensure compliance with SOPs and quality control standards.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in environmental science Chemistry Biology Microbiology Biochemistry or a related field.
- 1 year of Environmental lab experience is a plus.
Necessary Attributes:
- Proficiency in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) for recording and managing data.
- Great communication skills for both on the phone and on email
- Strong attention to detail with an analytical mindset.
- Commitment to maintaining quality assurance and control standards.
- Ability to operate and maintain laboratory equipment effectively.
- Effective problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Ability to work both independently and in collaboration with a team.
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