Laboratory Technician

ROLE: Laboratory Technician 

SCHEDULE: Full-time, 40 hours per week

• Mondays to Fridays 8:00 am - 5:00 pm                         

LOCATION: Oxford, AL 

JOB DUTIES:

• Understand and adhere to laboratory guidelines, SOPs, and regulatory standards.
• Prepare reagents and materials on a daily or weekly basis for use in the laboratory.
• Data entry and record keeping, including but not limited to, recording data onto laboratory bench sheets, entering data into laboratory LIMS, and scanning/ filing documents.
• Properly use and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Promptly report improperly functioning equipment to management.
• Properly use laboratory consumables according to laboratory inventory SOPs.
• Promptly report any issues with the laboratory's inventory to management.
• Receive and stock new inventory supplies as dictated by laboratory inventory SOPs.
• Process samples according to laboratory SOPs, regulatory standards, and contractual obligations without deviation.
• Report issues with samples received by the laboratory to management as dictated by laboratory sample acceptance policies.
• Perform Legionella assays as dictated by laboratory SOPs and regulatory standards such as TNI 2016 and ISO 11731.
• Perform Heterotrophic Plate Count (HPC) assays as dictated by laboratory SOPs and regulatory standards such as TNI 2016 and Standard Method 9215C.
• Perform various chemical analysis as dictated by laboratory SOPs and regulatory standards such as AAMI ST108:2024.
• Use confirmatory analysis to accurately detect the presence or absence of Legionella spp. cultures as dictated by laboratory SOPs and regulatory standards such TNI 2016.
• Ability to accurately calculate bacterial concentrations (CFU/mL).
• Perform DNA amplification via PCR.
• Package and ship samples for analysis to external laboratories.
• Maintain the quality assurance and quality controls set forth by the Quality Manager, laboratory SOPs, and regulatory standards for all analytical procedures, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform general upkeep and cleanliness of the laboratory daily.
• Properly dispose of biohazard and hazardous waste within the laboratory daily.
• Ability to use and understand Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Possess a knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Answer phone calls as needed.
• Ability to lift 50-pound boxes.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work as part of a team to accomplish tasks and goals.
• Ability to work alone without direct supervision to accomplish tasks and goals.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the laboratory's management team.

 EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Associates Degree in a field of science or health (required)
• Bachelors Degree in a field of biology or chemistry (preferred)
  
• Laboratory experience (preferred)

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must be authorized to work in the US
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must pass a pre-employment background check
• No remote work options

COMPENSATION: $20.19/hour 

BENEFITS: HGS Engineering, Inc. has a comprehensive benefit package that includes health care, vacation, sick leave, educational incentives, and a 401(k) retirement plan. This position is also eligible for an Service Contract Labor Standard (SCLS) Health and Welfare benefit of $5.09/hour. 

COMPANY OVERVIEW: HGS Engineering, Inc., is a professional services consulting firm providing comprehensive environmental, engineering, health/safety, emergency management, and information technology support to the federal government and private clients. 

*HGS Engineering, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants for employment. HGS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Our policies, procedures, and practices with respect to all recruitment and hiring efforts are reviewed on an annual basis by an external organization as part of our active Affirmative Action Program.
 
*ADA Notice: HGS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, HGS will take the necessary steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our HR team at 256-236-1848.