Entry-level Laboratory Technician, TCLP Sun-Thur 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
Sterling Labs
Perform TCLP and related lab analyses on solid/soil samples in an environmental lab.
21 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Des Plaines, IL
Field
Company Size
150 Employees
Service Specialisms
Consulting
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Project Management
Sector Specialisms
Environmental testing
Water
Soils
Waste
Industrial hygiene
Asbestos
PFAS testing
TO-15 analysis
Role
What you would be doing
lims reporting
equipment operation
sample preparation
leaching tests
wet chemistry
quality assurance
- Complete required laboratory documentation in logbooks, maintenance books, standard books, bench sheets, etc.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment, following disposal procedures according to SOPs.
- Conduct routine hazard assessments of materials and identify any potential risks or issues with equipment or materials.
- Monitor process parameters, evaluate anomalies, and report results in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS - Element 7).
- Operate and maintain laboratory equipment (e.g., pH meters, scales, thermometers, auto-titrators, tumblers, filters, and fume hoods), and troubleshoot as necessary.
- Prepare, digest, and analyze samples, ensuring consistency with lab SOPs.
- Ensure product quality compliance with lab standards and specifications.
- Set up, conduct, and document qualitative and quantitative analyses of solid and soil samples.
- Track and manage supplies needed for successful test runs.
- Perform Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP) (76.5%), Synthetic Precipitation Leaching Procedure (SPLP) (13.5%), and Zero-Headspace Extraction (ZHE) (10%) tests.
- Carry out wet chemistry procedures, including hexavalent chromium (CR6) preparation and soil pH measurement of soil samples.
What you bring
lims
microsoft office
bachelor’s degree
analytical
organized
ppe
- Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds using correct and safe lifting techniques.
- Must be able to wear all PPE required for the position.
- Must be able to work in refrigerated storage areas for short periods of time.
- Ability to learn laboratory information systems (LIMS), databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Must be able to stand for a long periods of time
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and form conclusions.
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, chemistry, or biology.
- Highly organized, with an ability to follow specific rules and patterns for analysis and equipment setup.
- Short-Term Disability
- Health insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Sick Time Off
- Long-Term Disability
- Paid Holidays
- Vision Insurance
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a vision to drive excellence in engineering and testing solutions.
- Has become a trusted partner for numerous industries seeking precision and innovation.
- Specializes in providing tailored solutions across energy, water, industrial, and infrastructure sectors.
- Supports large-scale infrastructure development with a robust portfolio of successful projects.
- Delivers reliable results with expertise in quality testing, research, and technical support.
- Offers a combination of expertise, advanced technology, and industry-leading practices globally.
- Has a team of experienced professionals committed to solving complex challenges and ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Preserve the Planet, to Protect the Future.
- Integrity in Everything We Do.
- Customer‑Focused Approach.
- Never Satisfied (dedicated to continuous improvement).
24/7
Year-Round Testing Availability
Supports timely environmental crisis response with continuous service availability.
40 years
Years of Delivering Data
Providing high-integrity environmental analysis and data collection over decades.
- “Preserve the Planet, to Protect the Future.” - Environmentally focused mission.
- Analytical data playing a key role in protecting human health and the environment.
- Nationwide environmental laboratory services including wastewater sampling, PFAS, air, soil, and water analysis.
- Committed to a workplace free from discrimination or harassment; hiring, compensation, training, evaluation and termination decisions are made fairly.
- They examine unconscious biases and take responsibility for striving to create an inclusive environment.
- Sterling Labs aims to cultivate and maintain an environment where every employee has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded respect and dignity.
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