Montrose Environmental Group

Laboratory Technician - Metals

USA-CO-Denver-West Elk Place Full time

About Us

We build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

About Us

We build careers grounded in purpose, responsibility and real-world impact.

“For Planet and Progress” is our north star that guides everything we do. We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.

When you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.

Together, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.

A Day in the Life

As an Laboratory Technician - Metals, in our Denver, Co Laboratory, you’ll be responsible for assisting multiple projects where you will have increasing interaction with our multi-disciplinary staff, regulatory agencies and clients. You will be part of a strong team of committed professionals.

Schedule: Monday - Friday. Hours may vary.

The compensation range for this role is $22.00 to $24.00, commensurate with experience, skills, and geographic location.

 

To thrive in this role, you’ll be comfortable taking ownership of the following responsibilities:

  • High-throughput preparation of environmental samples for metals testing.

  • Proficiency using analytical equipment including: balances, pipettes, bottle top dispensers, hot blocks, and volumetric/graduated glassware.

  • Daily monitoring of sample scheduling to ensure that samples are processed within EPA's and methods’ holding time

  • Schedule workload in order to process samples within clients expected due dates

  • Routine sample preparation according to Standard Methods and EPA methods

  • Performs analyst's review of data and QC

  • Reviews of QA/QC criteria for batch acceptance

  • Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures and follow safe work practices

  • Participates in instruments' preventative maintenance and trouble shooting

  • Participates in focus teams to improve efficiency

  • Be flexible in work schedule including overtime when needed

  • React to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned

  • Performing other duties and responsibilities as prescribed by the Company

  • Compliance with Enthalpy's Quality Assurance Program and other policies

Your Expertise and Skills

These requirements reflect the knowledge, skills and abilities that help you do your best work here.

  • High School Diploma

  • Bachelor's degree in any science field is a plus

  • Minimum 1 year of lab experience preferred

  • Knowledge of general lab practices and lab safety

  • Knowledge of basic laboratory techniques preferred (knowledge of PPE, use of balance, pipetting, glassware handling, etc.)

  • Experience in metal preparation is a plus

  • Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 25 lbs.

  • Ability to remain in a stationary position for extensive periods of time

  • Knowledge of analytical method, analytical instruments, general lab practices and lab safety

  • Flexible in work schedule and able to work overtime

  • Organizational and communication skills

  • Ability to multi-task

  • Ability to work independently and make sound decisions

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment for individuals with disabilities. Click here to learn more.