Laboratory Assistant Jobs in Arizona

Location: Phoenix, Arizona

Job ID: 1822

General Responsibilities:

Terracon's Phoenix Environmental team is seeking entry-level candidates looking for a career in environmental site investigation and remediation. To be successful in this role, you will need to have an interest in geological sciences, environmental contamination investigation and remediation, and field work. Other elements of the role include evaluating and interpreting subsurface field and sampling data including soil and groundwater to develop conclusions concerning the environmental and geologic site conditions. Collaborate with engineering and environmental scientist staff on projects. Conduct field monitoring and testing of soils including boring investigations and soil type classification under the supervision of Project and Senior Project Scientist and Geologists. Interpret soil, bedrock, and groundwater elevation and quality data. Assist in the preparation of written plans and reports related to site investigations, assessments, and remediation activities. Projects may include construction projects focusing on earthwork or groundwater investigation; well design and sampling; environmental assessments such as Phase I/II site assessments.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines, and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
• Entry level geological professional responsible for gathering data and information to be evaluated by other team members.
• Performs sampling and testing of water, soil, and other materials.
• Tabulate and prepare data for written reports.
• Assist with report preparation by summarizing data and information within reports.
• Operates field monitoring equipment.
• Assists with operation and maintenance of remediation and instrumentation systems.
• Transport material, samples, or documents to the laboratory for further testing and analysis.
• Maintains and calibrates field monitoring equipment.
• Developing level Geologist/Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting analyses of component portions of projects; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.
• Performs site visits, field observations, and field data collection or assignments.
• Assists in the collection and analysis of data from sampling, reports, maps, drawings, tests, and aerial photographs to evaluate, plan, and permit projects.
• 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.
• Outlines required investigative program(s) by selecting the proper alternative techniques to conduct site studies in the field of expertise.
• May have limited client contact pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• Proficient Geologist/Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on smaller projects of minimal complexity.
• May assist more senior Geologists on large, more complex projects.
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for approval by senior level professionals.
• Evaluates moderately complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.
• May serve as team member or participate in meetings and communications with clients pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• May oversee work performed by lower level Geologists/Hydrogeologists.
• Mid-level, experienced Geologist/Hydrogeologist responsible for conducting site testing and making recommendations for systems design on medium-sized projects with a variety of complexity.
• Participates with more senior Geologists on large, more complex projects.
• Responsible for developing written proposals to clients for both small and large projects including quality control review of proposals written by others.
• Evaluates complex laboratory and field data and assembles in written reports.
• May serve as team member or lead in meetings and communications with clients pertaining to specific projects/tasks.
• May oversee work performed by lower level Geologists/Hydrogeologists.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or related field.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in field of expertise.

About us:

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terracon was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role, and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

About the Team:

Innovation and hands-on practice come together in our geotechnical consulting services. We provide geotechnical services nationwide for a wide range of projects, drawing on six decades of historical geotechnical data, a fleet of more than 200 drill rigs, 140 accredited laboratories, and thousands of employees to quickly organize or capture site data wherever projects are located. From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration, we deliver precision, value-added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients’ challenges and achieve their goals for project sustainability, quality, and efficiency.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.