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Columbia Laboratories, a Tentamus Company, is on the hunt for a Field Sampling Technician to join our Portland, Oregon team!

You'll play a key role in supporting environmental and product safety by traveling and collecting samples across a variety of settings. From water to cannabis, every sample you collect helps ensure accurate, high-quality lab results. No two days are the same-perfect for someone who enjoys variety, responsibility, and being part of a mission-driven team!

(Sample materials include but are not limited to OLCC-regulated cannabis and hemp, drinking water, wastewater and storm water.)

What You'll Do as the Field Sampling Technician

Under the direction of the Client Services Manager, your duties include, but are not limited to:

Field Operations: Daily travel to and from client sites in company vehicle; Complete and review sampling event paperwork and log details using company software to ensure accurate and efficient sample collection.

Client Interaction: Build strong relationships with clients by clearly communicating lab policies, documenting site-specific requirements, and providing excellent service during pick-ups and sampling events. Represent the company in a professional, courteous manner during all client and team interactions.

Team Collaboration: Coordinate with the sample control team, project managers, and the sampling coordinator to ensure seamless sample handoff and processing.

Equipment & Vehicle Maintenance: Maintain and calibrate field equipment (e.g., ISCO samplers, chlorine meters, pH meters) and manage service appointments and records for field vehicles.

Lab Support & Adaptability: Assist the sample control department with tasks such as sample homogenization and disposal when schedule permits. Adapt to changing schedules and priorities throughout the workday to meet client and lab needs.

Quality & Compliance: Follow all SOPs and company policies while conducting quality control tasks with an emphasis on traceability and proper documentation.

Other Duties: Support other lab or client service activities as assigned-no two days are the same!

What You Bring

Our ideal candidate will be authorized to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship; possess a combination of strong communication skills and adaptability; and the ability to proactively work to understand project objectives and stay current with all policy changes; and Candidates must be 21 years or older due to regulatory requirements. Other qualifications include:

• Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Minimum 1 year of experience in customer service
• A background in Environmental science is preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Possess a high-level of attention to detail
• Self-motivated, adaptable, with a positive attitude, and flexibility to perform duties in other areas if needed.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 20 - 30 pounds and capable of sitting or standing for extended periods.

Travel Requirements:

The ability to perform extensive daily travel, up to four or more hours per day, to and from customer sites is required.

What's in it for you?

Hourly pay is between $19 - $20 and in addition, we provide a comprehensive and low-cost benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Employees also enjoy access to our Employee Assistance Program, ample paid time off (PTO), and a matching 401(k) plan.

Position & Schedule

This is a Full-Time position, and the standard schedule is Tuesday - Saturday 8:30AM - 5:00PM, centrally located at Columbia Laboratories in Portland, Oregon with extensive travel required for the role. The work schedule is determined by business needs and may require availability for Sampling appointments outside of standard working hours.

About Tentamus:

Labs for Life®. We are a global network of full-service accredited analytical laboratories providing crucial quality and safety analysis for clients locally, nationally, and beyond using proven methods of chemistry and microbiology. Many of the products you use and consume daily rely on Tentamus labs. With 20 labs in North America and growing (100 globally), we celebrate having talented diverse scientific and service-oriented professionals.

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Must have or be able to obtain OLCC cannabis workers permit upon hire