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BROAD JOB FUNCTIONS - LABORATORY SERVICES

• Receive laboratory samples and ship sampling containers to customers.
• Preserve, store and prepare samples.
• Operate laboratory instrumentation (e.g., analytical spectrophotometer, gas chromatograph, High Performance Liquid Chromatography, etc.).
• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Select and use proper lab glassware.
• Perform wet chemistry procedures.
• Titrate, extract or digest samples.
• Measure, weigh, composite or dilute samples.
• Use pH and conductivity meters.
• Operate microscope.
• Prepare microbiological media.
• Sterilize equipment/perform analysis using sterile technique.
• Prepare laboratory standards and solutions.
• Dispose of laboratory waste.
• Generate, reduce, and record data.
• Qualify and quantify organisms or contaminants.
• Document laboratory procedures and results.
• Interpret analytical data.
• Utilize computers and software.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies.
• Maintain good housekeeping.
• Demonstrate lab safety.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Follow standard methods.
• Follow established quality control procedures.
• Follow chain-of-custody procedures.
• Perform literature searches.
• Prepare compliance paperwork.
• Maintain knowledge of current environmental regulations.
• Instruct customers on proper sampling technique.
• Explain laboratory results to customers.