Chemist I

CANAL ANALYTICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES JOB DESCRIPTION CHEMIST I - PART TIME Candidates must have successfully completed a college level chemistry course in Quantitative Analysis (or its equivalent) or 2+ years of bench experience in an environmental or chemical quality control testing laboratory. The primary function of this job is to perform specified wet and instrumental testing methods of waters, wastewaters, soils, solid wastes, and commodity chemicals. Candidates must have the ability to plan and organize their own work, set-up and execute analyses per published EPA and ASTM methods and achieve timely, passing results on required quality control samples that accompany sample analyses. RESPONSIBLITIES 1. Learn and demonstrate continued proficiency in all required analyses (from Standard Methods, SW-846, EPA, ASTM, and in-house methods). 2. Complete and report on all assigned analyses in a timely and accurate manner. 3. Comply with all laboratory safety requirements, including appropriate use of PPE, good housekeeping practices, and safe handling and disposal of chemicals. 4. Comply with good laboratory practices for accurate and complete recordkeeping. 5. Actively participate in the communication and coordination necessary for maintaining appropriate stock levels of laboratory reagents and supplies. 6. Recognize irregularities in the appearance and behavior of samples, reagents, equipment, and the progression of analyses. Report such observations to a supervisor. 7. Work to improve productivity of laboratory methodology and assist in preparing or amending written laboratory procedures. 8. Off-site sampling and sample pick-up may become a small part of the total responsibilities, as needed. 9. Perform other duties as assigned by laboratory management. SCHEDULE 1. Work hours are currently expected to be 10-20 hrs/wk, very flexible, but consistent. 2. All work will occur weekdays within the hours of 8:00AM to 5:00 PM. 3. No weekend and no holiday work. 4. The position is a direct report to the Laboratory Manager. 5. Daily activities are coordinated and assigned by the Chief Chemist. REQUIRED SKILL SETS 1. Detail oriented with prior experience in classical wet and instrumental analytical chemistry. 2. Excellent organizational and time management skills and able to work independently without constant supervision. 3. Cooperative and work well with other staff; be a willing team player. 4. Familiar with EPA test procedures and their requirements. 5. Able to multi-task in a demanding and fast-paced environment. 6. Sufficient dexterity to properly and safely handle fragile glassware. 7. Sufficient (corrected) eyesight to detect colored titration end points and read burette graduations. 8. Sufficient computer skills to use Microsoft Office applications, make database entries, and manage file names and locations on a network server. 9. Understanding of basic statistics, such as averages, standard deviations, and linear regression. 10. Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. short distances. 11. Able to wear a half-face APR for up to 30 minutes. Canal Barge Company, Inc. and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Created: 2024-11-05