About Garden State Laboratories, Inc.
At Garden State Laboratories, Inc., we contribute to the protection of public health and safety. We have been a leader in environmental testing for more than 80 years. Our certified laboratories located in Union and Ocean counties are equipped for microbiology and chemistry testing of drinking water, private wells, recreational bathing water, wastewater, and solid/hazardous wastes for all of New Jersey. Our satellite offices in Hunterdon and Sussex counties, along with a fleet of field samplers provide unparalleled sampling techniques and sample pick-up services for clients.
WHY JOIN US? At Garden State Laboratories, caring about the well-being of our employees sustainability and growth is what our family-owned business stands by. Garden State Laboratories, Inc. is a great place to work, employees join our team, and they stay. We are committed to providing an atmosphere of development and training for our employees. We offer competitive wages and benefits, including medical and dental options, 401k, paid holidays, paid time off, and flexible work schedules. Here at Garden State Laboratories, Inc., our culture is family, we promote a diversified and inclusive work environment.
About the role
Garden State Laboratories, Inc. is seeking a part- time Laboratory Technician, who will report to the Microbiology Manager located in our Hillside, New Jersey Lab. The Laboratory Technician will be responsible for timely microbiology department samples, preparing analytical standards and maintaining all related documentation according to our laboratory standard operating procedures.
What you'll do
- Schedule from 1:30pm- close.
- Analysis of environmental samples utilizing approved EPA and Standards Methods.
- Preparation of media and reagents
- Data entry and maintenance of laboratory logbooks
- All samples and QC analysis as required by the method(s) requested.
- Notification to the manager of any sample that appears highly contaminated or has other noticeable irregularities
Qualifications
- Background in biology or other related science and/or environmental laboratory experience.
- Sample preparation and laboratory experience in the chemical analysis of drinking water is preferred, but not required.
Job Skills
- Microbiology techniques
- Flexibility and willingness to train
- Strong communication and multitasking skills
- Computer skills: Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Experience with microbiology a plus