Asbestos Scientist 2
#24-1131
Huntington Beach, California
About Us
Pace Analytical Services
Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. Committed to advancing the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others, Pace offers local-level service backed by a national laboratory network. Through in-lab and emergency onsite services, Pace ensures our air, water, soil, and more are safe.
Job Description
This is a full-time Asbestos Scientist 2 position located in Huntington Beach, CA, Monday - Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Receiving and processing high volumes of samples quickly and accurately.
- Preparation and analysis of bulk materials for asbestos content using PLM.
- Cleaning, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment.
- Performing QA/QC practices as specified in our QA/QC manual.
- Assist the QA Manager with data entry and documentation.
- Performs all duties as assigned by the supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Geology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; prior lab experience not required, Pace will provide training.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Conscientious and detail oriented, with good organizational skills.
- Ability to perform work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods while conducting tests, work around strong smells, and wear personal protective equipment while handling samples (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses and gloves; all PPE provided by Pace).
- Proficiency in high volume data entry with Excel and/or computer database.
- Correct business English, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
- Experience using optical microscopy to identify minerals and other particles.
- Experience with analyzing samples using standard SOPs.
- Understanding of various testing tools, equipment, and calibration.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a lab and office setting, use standard office and lab equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; vision to read printed materials and computer screens; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a lab and office setting. Work is subject to chemicals, fumes, gasses, noxious odors, and related items in a lab setting.
Additional Information
Benefits
80 hrs of paid vacation per year, 7 paid holidays per year, 2 floating holidays per year (prorated based on start date), 40 hrs paid sick time per year, paid bereavement leave (days based on relation to the employee), 8 hrs paid volunteer time per year, medical, dental, vision, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, traditional 401k and ROTH 401k with a company match, HSA, FSA, employee referral bonus, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement program, employee recognition program, voluntary ID theft coverage, voluntary legal coverage, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, 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.
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Pay Range
Compensation: Is up to $22.00 per hour
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