Asbestos Prep Technician

Asbestos Prep Technician 

Imagine your future with us!

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join ALS, you join a purpose and values-driven team that empowers you to innovate, create, and thrive. Our global team turns up each day with passion and commitment to do amazing things, always challenging our thinking to find ways to solve some of the world’s most complex problems for a safer, healthier world. 

About the role:

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for performing asbestos sample prep for Phase Contrast Microscopy, Polarized Light Microscopy, and Transmission Electron Microscopy in accordance with prescribed methods and standard operating procedures. 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.

About you:

• Performs preparations of air, water, dust, bulk building material, and soil samples using established AHIHA, NVLAP, EPA, and NYELAP methods.
• Use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, LIMS and other applications for analytical data entry, report generation, and other administrative duties related to the asbestos department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Laboratory experience is desired but not required.

Physical Demands:

• Able to stand or sit for 50-80% of an 8-hour workday.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, lab coat) for majority of a workday.
• Able to hear and speak clearly to communicate with co-workers and managers.
• Dexterity in hands and fingers to operate equipment and handle glassware.
• Able to see to read reports, look through a microscope, and operate laboratory equipment.

Working at ALS: 

Our people are our most valuable asset and drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse community of dedicated professionals united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people the ability to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and the communities where we work. 

Our benefits include:

• Structured wage increases
• Comprehensive benefit package (including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with company match, employee assistance and wellness programs, access to company perks)
• Additional vacation days for years of service
• Business support for education or training after 9 months with the company
• Learning & development opportunities (unlimited access to e-learnings and more)

About ALS: 

ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalized solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world. 

Everyone matters: 

ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce which reflects and affirms the diversity of our society

ALS is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. 

EOE AA Minority, Female, Veteran, Individuals with Disabilities 

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ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. s