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Western Environmental Testing Laboratory (WETLAB) is a full-service, fun, fast-paced, client-oriented environmental tesing laboratory. We value our team members and advocate for a healthy balance of work and personal life. Our core values of trust and respect, precision, flexibility, innovation, and fun define us and drive how we treat our team and each other. We hold each other in high regard, we believe in our integrity, honesty, and reliability. We deliver precise, accurate results based on credible science. We are always available to our clients and quickly adapt to requests and demands. We are willing to adjust our attitudes and actions to meet company goals. We are creative thinkers and welcome everyone’s perspective. We think outside-the-box. We are progressive thinkers and provide solutions with a desire to grow and continually improve both professionally and personally. We have a positive community spirit that foster an enjoyable environment. We are spontaneous and know how to lighten up an otherwise serious situation. We like to have fun at work!

If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a rewarding adventure and opportunity, join us now in our quest to provide superior customer service and valuable data for environmental solutions!

WETLAB is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on age, race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. WETLAB makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time in accordance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.

Elko Laboratory Specialist

Laboratory Manager – Elko

Elko Laboratory Specialist (ELS) is responsible for sample intake, bottle kit preparation, acid vial activities, assist and/or perform laboratory analysis including Wet Chemistry and Microbiology analytical procedures and other tasks as necessary in a laboratory and office. ELS will be required to do sample pick up from clients and perform limited sampling for clients. Obtain and maintain MSHA certifications for all mine sites as needed. Office tasks include use of LIMS and sample processing such as tagging, scanning/filing chain of custody documents, email correspondence with clients, vendors and WETLAB personnel, packing and shipping coolers of samples for analysis. Laboratory functions will include sample analysis, preservation, splitting and filtration and sample management. Maintenance of vehicles and relevant record keeping required. Participation in safety committee, as required. ELS has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures and relies on instructions, pre-established guidelines, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) to perform functions of the job. ELS works under general supervision.

$20.00 – $27.00 per hour

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Ability to complete tasks assigned projects on or before due date.
• Success in working with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with successful record of presenting via telephone and in person to both large and small groups.
• Ability to work with multiple staff while managing several projects simultaneously.
• Well-developed interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective organizational and planning skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Dependable and punctual team player.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to follow Quality Assurance Plan and Safety Plan.
• Establish and maintain high standards of service quality.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures and state and federal guidelines and regulations.
• Proficiency in Google Suite/Workspace or Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a science field required OR High School Diploma with 1-2 years of customer service experience.
• Previous experience in a laboratory preferred.
• Previous experience with LIMS preferred.
• MSHA certification preferred. Will be required to obtain upon hire.
• Valid Drivers License is required.

• Must be able to stand and or sit for 8+ hours per day.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer may be required.
• Completion of tasks that require sitting, standing, bending, twisting, grasping, walking up and down stairs, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Attendance at meetings, both in-person and virtual, and participation in conference calls.

• Typical office and lab environment, temperature controlled.
• Occasionally outdoors when required to drive and pick-up samples or deliver supplies to clients.
• Workweek is 5 days/week, 8 hours/day, day shift. Some overtime and weekend availability.

May require travel throughout the state or country including overnight travel, early mornings, and late nights.

Must be able to pass an employment criminal background check and drug screen. US Work Authorization required.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

WETLAB provides employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, or disability in accordance with the Equal Employment Opportunity Act.