Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Lab/Facility Technician I
Conduct chemical waste analyses, maintain lab equipment, and ensure documentation.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Laboratory Technician assists in performing chemical analyses of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste to determine compliant treatment and disposal, utilizing a variety of analytical techniques and instruments. Core duties include maintaining the laboratory and equipment, calibrating instruments, collecting and preparing samples, documenting results accurately, fingerprinting waste samples, and conducting analyses using standardized methods. The role also involves preparing standards, operating instrumentation per standards, ensuring quality control, cleaning glassware, completing an Initial Demonstration of Capability (IDOC) before reporting data, maintaining an annual Demonstration of Capability (DOC), and performing other related tasks as assigned.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸chemical analysis
- ▸instrument calibration
- ▸sample preparation
- ▸data documentation
- ▸quality control
- ▸equipment maintenance
What You Bring
Preferred qualifications include knowledge of chemistry principles, waste processing protocols, attention to detail, proficiency with computer technology for data handling and problem solving, and the ability to build rapport with team members and managers. Minimum qualifications require related technical education or experience and a basic understanding of maintenance practices and procedures.
Requirements
- ▸chemistry
- ▸waste processing
- ▸computer skills
- ▸technical education
- ▸maintenance
- ▸team rapport
Benefits
The position offers a pay range of $21.75 to $29.92, varying by locality, and eligibility for additional compensation and benefits. The company promotes an inclusive, diverse culture with high employee engagement, charitable impact, and numerous sustainability and ethical recognitions, offering opportunities for learning, growth, and a safe, technology‑enabled work environment. • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • 401(k) plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO).
Work Environment
Onsite