Penn Foster
Laboratory Analyst II - Environmental
Penn Foster, Silver Spring, Maryland, United States, 20900
Laboratory Analyst II
conducts a series of basic and complex chemical, physical, or microbiological analyses on environmental samples from a variety of sources. Accurate and valid data from these analyses are used to detect the presence of any harmful substances in order to control or eliminate potential sources of pollution. The analyst assists clients in maintaining the proper treatment and processing of water and wastewater. Clients include wastewater plants, water filtration plants, contractors, and the general public.
This position involves strict adherence to standardized methodologies and procedures on routine recurring samples. The analyst uses good judgment and follows established procedures when prioritizing and scheduling analyses. The analyst also provides technical support to members of the Operations Section.
Essential Functions
Performs a variety of chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses on aqueous and non-aqueous samplesOperates basic to specialized laboratory instruments such as pH, conductivity, turbidity, and ion-selective meters; balances, digestion blocks, ovens, incubators, auto-analyzers, autoclaves, auto-titrators, and spectrophotometersUtilizes specific instrumentation or computer software to complete analysesPerforms all analyses in accordance with standard operating proceduresProduces acceptable data in accordance with Federal and State regulations (Clean Water and Safe Drinking Water Acts) and Laboratory quality control requirementsReviews, approves, and enters resulting data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and other databasesReviews and validates data produced by other analysts in the LIMSPrepares necessary standards, reagents, and media for chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses in accordance with standard operating procedures and quality control requirementsPrepares samples for subsequent analysis, including filtration, autoclaving, digestion, and extractionMaintains, cleans, and prepares glassware, tubes, and other laboratory appliances for use in analytical proceduresAnalyzes quarterly and annual Proficiency Testing samples for assigned analysesAssists in writing and updating laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Establishes daily routine to meet work deadlinesPerforms routine preventative maintenance on analytical instrumentationMaintains analytical, quality control, and maintenance records in accordance with Laboratory QA Manual and SOPsAssists Laboratory Analyst I with workload when necessaryAssists Chemists/Microbiologists with sample preparationDrives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water businessOther Functions
Aids laboratory personnel in keeping the laboratory area safe, neat, and cleanMaintains sample storage areas including rotating storage areas and final disposal of samplesCross trains lab personnel as neededPerforms other related duties as assignedWork Environment And Physical Demands
Position requires long periods of standing and walkingRequires periods of repetitive movementsRequires the safe handling of hazardous materialsManual dexterity and precision are also required when using laboratory equipment and toolsMay be required to move objects that weigh up to 100 lbsMust wear protective clothing, gloves, mask, and work under a hoodRequired Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Advanced knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation pertaining to physical, chemical, and microbiological analysesWorking knowledge of theories and practices in the fields of chemistry, microbiology, or biochemistryKnowledge of good laboratory practices (GLP)Knowledge of OSHA safe work requirements and practices, including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and personal protective equipment (PPE)Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of sample collection and preparation as per State and Federal guidelinesKnowledge of environmental Standard Operating Procedures, EPA Approved Methods, and Standard Methods proceduresAbility to gain knowledge of MSDSs, Safety Manual, LSG QA Manual, and all WSSC Water emergency proceduresSuperior customer service skillsAbility to interpret, compute, and maintain accurate, written records of analytical resultsAbility to use basic laboratory instruments, devices, equipment, and tools in physical, chemical, and microbiological analyses, including the use of the computer and related computer softwareAbility to distinguish colors and odors associated with analytical testingAbility to effectively prioritize work and manage time in order to meet deadlinesEffectively verbal and written communication skillsAbility to establish and maintain camaraderie and effective working relationshipsAssists in reviewing and addressing customer concerns and questionsMinimum Education, Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or Environmental Sciences1+ years of relevant environmental laboratory experienceORAssociate’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or Environmental Sciences3+ years of progressively responsible environmental laboratory experienceORHigh school diploma or equivalent5+ years of progressively responsible environmental laboratory experience
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conducts a series of basic and complex chemical, physical, or microbiological analyses on environmental samples from a variety of sources. Accurate and valid data from these analyses are used to detect the presence of any harmful substances in order to control or eliminate potential sources of pollution. The analyst assists clients in maintaining the proper treatment and processing of water and wastewater. Clients include wastewater plants, water filtration plants, contractors, and the general public.
This position involves strict adherence to standardized methodologies and procedures on routine recurring samples. The analyst uses good judgment and follows established procedures when prioritizing and scheduling analyses. The analyst also provides technical support to members of the Operations Section.
Essential Functions
Performs a variety of chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses on aqueous and non-aqueous samplesOperates basic to specialized laboratory instruments such as pH, conductivity, turbidity, and ion-selective meters; balances, digestion blocks, ovens, incubators, auto-analyzers, autoclaves, auto-titrators, and spectrophotometersUtilizes specific instrumentation or computer software to complete analysesPerforms all analyses in accordance with standard operating proceduresProduces acceptable data in accordance with Federal and State regulations (Clean Water and Safe Drinking Water Acts) and Laboratory quality control requirementsReviews, approves, and enters resulting data into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and other databasesReviews and validates data produced by other analysts in the LIMSPrepares necessary standards, reagents, and media for chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses in accordance with standard operating procedures and quality control requirementsPrepares samples for subsequent analysis, including filtration, autoclaving, digestion, and extractionMaintains, cleans, and prepares glassware, tubes, and other laboratory appliances for use in analytical proceduresAnalyzes quarterly and annual Proficiency Testing samples for assigned analysesAssists in writing and updating laboratory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Establishes daily routine to meet work deadlinesPerforms routine preventative maintenance on analytical instrumentationMaintains analytical, quality control, and maintenance records in accordance with Laboratory QA Manual and SOPsAssists Laboratory Analyst I with workload when necessaryAssists Chemists/Microbiologists with sample preparationDrives a vehicle to conduct WSSC Water businessOther Functions
Aids laboratory personnel in keeping the laboratory area safe, neat, and cleanMaintains sample storage areas including rotating storage areas and final disposal of samplesCross trains lab personnel as neededPerforms other related duties as assignedWork Environment And Physical Demands
Position requires long periods of standing and walkingRequires periods of repetitive movementsRequires the safe handling of hazardous materialsManual dexterity and precision are also required when using laboratory equipment and toolsMay be required to move objects that weigh up to 100 lbsMust wear protective clothing, gloves, mask, and work under a hoodRequired Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Advanced knowledge of principles, terminology, practices, techniques, and instrumentation pertaining to physical, chemical, and microbiological analysesWorking knowledge of theories and practices in the fields of chemistry, microbiology, or biochemistryKnowledge of good laboratory practices (GLP)Knowledge of OSHA safe work requirements and practices, including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and personal protective equipment (PPE)Knowledge of principles, practices, methods, and techniques of sample collection and preparation as per State and Federal guidelinesKnowledge of environmental Standard Operating Procedures, EPA Approved Methods, and Standard Methods proceduresAbility to gain knowledge of MSDSs, Safety Manual, LSG QA Manual, and all WSSC Water emergency proceduresSuperior customer service skillsAbility to interpret, compute, and maintain accurate, written records of analytical resultsAbility to use basic laboratory instruments, devices, equipment, and tools in physical, chemical, and microbiological analyses, including the use of the computer and related computer softwareAbility to distinguish colors and odors associated with analytical testingAbility to effectively prioritize work and manage time in order to meet deadlinesEffectively verbal and written communication skillsAbility to establish and maintain camaraderie and effective working relationshipsAssists in reviewing and addressing customer concerns and questionsMinimum Education, Experience Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or Environmental Sciences1+ years of relevant environmental laboratory experienceORAssociate’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or Environmental Sciences3+ years of progressively responsible environmental laboratory experienceORHigh school diploma or equivalent5+ years of progressively responsible environmental laboratory experience
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