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Water Sampling Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

Field Geologist

Portland, OR · On-site

$57K - $80K/yr

Conducts water, soil and other sampling. * Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.

Environmental Manager

Deer Island, OR · On-site

$125K - $129K/yr

Maintain and update environmental permits (air, water rights, wastewater). * Oversee environmental monitoring programs including inspections, sampling, testing, and reporting. * Manage waste streams ...

Aseptically sample equipment, facilities and products. * Calibrate equipment such as pH meter, NIR, pipettes or water activity meter. * Follow work instructions and SOP's * Various other duties in ...

Conducts water, soil and other sampling. * Implements technical requirements to complete client projects by directing field staff to sample, test and collect data and/or document site activities.

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Inspecting building for moisture damage and performing air quality sampling * Restoring properties that have been damaged by fire, water, mold or natural disaster * Ensuring projects are performed ...

Take and send water sample at the end of each month * Remove all tubes from spent drums and prepare returnable drums for shipment * Maintain cleanliness of the cleanroom * Receive, label, wrap ...

Collect samples, complete routine testing, document operational data, and respond to alarms by ... Minimum of 2 years of experience in industrial operations, utilities, water treatment, or facility ...

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How much do water sampling jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for water sampling in Portland, OR is $26.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.91 and $33.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a water sampling?

A Water Sampling job involves collecting water samples from various sources, such as rivers, lakes, wells, or treatment plants, to test for contaminants and ensure water quality. Professionals in this role follow strict protocols to gather and transport samples to laboratories for analysis. They may work for environmental agencies, water treatment facilities, or research organizations. This role is crucial for monitoring pollution levels, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting public health.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in water sampling, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Water Sampling role, you should have a solid understanding of environmental science, sampling protocols, and basic laboratory techniques, typically supported by a degree in environmental science or a related field. Proficiency in using sampling equipment, water testing kits, and data recording systems is important, and some positions may require certifications such as OSHA HAZWOPER. Attention to detail, organizational skills, and strong communication abilities are valuable soft skills in this field. These competencies ensure that samples are collected accurately, results are reliable, and findings are clearly conveyed to supervisors or regulatory agencies.

What are the typical working conditions and environments for water sampling?

Water Sampling professionals often work both outdoors and indoors, regularly visiting various sites such as rivers, lakes, treatment plants, or industrial facilities to collect samples. The role may involve travel, exposure to a range of weather conditions, and physical activity such as walking, standing, or carrying equipment. In addition to fieldwork, you'll spend time in a laboratory or office setting to process samples, analyze data, and prepare reports. Water Sampling technicians usually collaborate with environmental scientists, engineers, and regulatory agencies to ensure water quality standards are met. This mix of field and laboratory responsibilities makes the role dynamic and well-suited for individuals who enjoy a combination of hands-on and analytical work.

How does water sampling work?

Water sampling involves collecting water samples using sterile containers to analyze for contaminants, pollutants, or quality parameters. The process requires proper techniques, tools like sampling bottles, and adherence to safety and chain-of-custody protocols to ensure accurate results. Samples are then tested in laboratories to assess water quality standards.
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Mold and Asbestos Analyst, Eurofins Built Environment Testing, Portland, OR

Eurofins USA Environment Testing

Portland, OR

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Company Description

Eurofins Scientific is a network of independent companies providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.


Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.


With more than 20 U.S. locations, Eurofins Built Environment Testing offers Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) services to protect health in built environments. Clients include consultants, industry, real estate, healthcare, government, and homeowners.


Services cover a wide range of tests, including asbestos (PLM/TEM), mold, bacteria, VOCs, allergens, Legionella, radon, lead, silica, and more.

Job Description

Eurofins Built Environment Testing is searching for an Mold/Asbestos Analyst in Portland, OR

The Analyst primarily performs analysis of bulk samples using PLM for asbestos, and analysis of non-culturable surface and air samples for fungi.  Analyst prepares and analyzes environmental samples according to scientific methodology in compliance with company Quality Assurance programs and SOP’s, and must be knowledgeable of both job-specific routine and complex analyses. The analyst validates and reviews data for accuracy, and enters laboratory data into the LIMS that ultimately generates required reports to clients. Schedules sample workload according to due dates and sample hold times, and must be knowledgeable of the job-specific laboratory testing equipment, requiring the exercise of discretion and judgment in its operation.

Mold/Asbestos Analyst  responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Prepare and analyze aerobiological and environmental samples for asbestos and fungi.
  • Accurately enters and reports analytical data using the LIMS
  • Performs independent data reviews for other analysts’ work
  • Performs analysis of reference materials, proficiency samples and other quality control samples as needed
  • Maintains client service and provides technical support as needed
  • Assists the QA manager in development, implementation and data collection of QA processes for the different analytical tests
  • Performs confirmation of lab results as needed by client services personnel
  • Performs and completes all analytical testing  and Quality Assurance related tasks as needed
  • Assists in pursuing, receiving and maintaining necessary laboratory accreditations
  • Maintains and updates all necessary Training and QA documents onsite as necessary
  • Coordinates and manages projects according to their rush status and due time for timely delivery
  • Assists co-workers on analytical questions, as necessary
  • Participates in Lean initiatives as needed
  • Follows company policies and procedures and ensures that coworkers are doing the same
  • Manages and maintains the inventory of re-sale supply items and laboratory consumables and takes necessary steps to re-order supplies as needed
  • Manages and disposes analyzed samples as needed
  • Provides training support for relevant analytical services (i.e. mycology, bacteriology, asbestos, ect) as needed
  • Recommends and coordinates sample transfer as necessary
  • Establishes and maintains laboratory stock culture and reference samples
  • Performs root cause analysis and implements corrective actions for errors and issues as necessary
  • Maintains all equipment properly and co-ordinates servicing of all equipment used in the laboratory, as needed
  • Routinely communicates available capacity to Regional Manager
  • Supports other departments within the lab (mycology, asbestos, bacteriology, and other) when appropriate and as needed
  • Other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Supervisor/Manager

**6-8 weeks of overnight travel may be required for initial training - Travel accommodations and cost will be provided.

Qualifications

Basic Minimum Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of experience performing asbestos microscopy and/or 1+ years of experience performing spore trap and direct exam analysis required
  • Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, biology, geology or a closely related science.
  • Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

The ideal candidate would possess:

  • 8 units of Microbiology courses preferred
  • General regulatory requirements
  • Knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, and databases
  • Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skills 

Additional Information

The compensation for this position is $22.00 - $29.00 per hour commensurate with experience.

Position is full-time, non-exempt from overtime pay with flexibility for overtime and weekend coverage as needed.

The candidate must be able to work Monday - Friday, day shift.

Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base compensation may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base compensation of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.

What we Offer:

  • Excellent full-time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
  • Life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays

We support your development! Do you feel you don’t match 100% of the requirements? Don’t hesitate to apply anyway! Eurofins companies are committed to supporting your career development.

We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believe in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.

Sustainability matters to us! At Eurofins, we believe sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. Guided by our vision to be the Global Leader in “Testing for Life,” our mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world, and our core values, we are building a strong foundation for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives. Eurofins’ commitment to sustainability begins within our own companies through a shared responsibility to people and the planet. With climate change posing an imminent threat, Eurofins and its many companies recognize their duty to proactively reduce or offset the environmental impact of essential operations while also helping our clients do the same—serving as a true ESG Enabler.

Find out more in our career page: https://careers.eurofins.com/ 

Company description: Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. The Eurofins network of companies is the global leader in food, environment, pharmaceutical and cosmetic product testing and in discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and agroscience contract research services. It is one of the market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies, as well as having an emerging global presence in Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations. It also has a rapidly developing presence in highly specialised and molecular clinical diagnostic testing and in-vitro diagnostic products.

In over 35 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to 61,000 staff across a decentralised and entrepreneurial network of ca. 900 laboratories in 61 countries. Eurofins companies offer a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products.

In 2025, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR 7.296 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Eurofins USA Environment Testing is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.