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Field sampling technician requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in field sampling technician job postings.
Sample field sampling technician requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
  • Knowledge of environmental regulations.
  • Proficient in scientific equipment operation.
  • Able to work outdoors in extreme weather.
  • Valid driver's license.
Sample required field sampling technician soft skills
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Highly organized.
  • Strong analytical skills.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Ability to work independently.

Field sampling technician job description example 1

Pace Analytical field sampling technician job description

Monday-Friday; 1pm-8pm

Monday-Friday 9am-6am

Find your place at Pace®

Join us as a Client Service Technician, where you’ll put your love of science to work in the sample receiving department of our environmental testing laboratory. You’ll receive all the training you need to successfully take on your new role and grow an exciting laboratory sciences career at Pace®.

What you’ll do

  • Coordinate and perform sample-related activities, including shipping and receiving, processing and administration
  • Maintain and update appropriate documentation and databases
  • Participate in training on fundamental lab support policies, programs, and practices

What you’ll bring

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in a laboratory or environmental testing setting is preferred, but not required
  • Ability to perform work in a lab or office setting, remain standing for long periods, 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®).

What we promise

  • Comprehensive benefit program, including medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) matching and tuition reimbursement
  • Opportunities to build a rewarding career
  • An inclusive culture that stands for integrity, innovation and growth

About Pace ®

PaceⓇ Science and Technology company makes the world a safer, healthier place. We partner with clients to provide the service, science, and laboratory data needed to make critical decisions that benefit us all. Through a nationwide laboratory network, PaceⓇ advances the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others. More at PACELABS.com.

PaceⓇ Analytical Services is a division of PaceⓇ Science and Technology, providing local testing and analytical services backed by a large, national laboratory network.

PaceⓇ Life Sciences is a division of PaceⓇ Science and Technology, providing full-service CDMO/CRO capabilities and professional services for in-house labs through a nationwide network of service centers, manufacturing sites and FDA-registered laboratories.



Tuesday-Saturday 9am-6pm
Monday-Friday 10am-7pm
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Field sampling technician job description example 2

Kelly Services field sampling technician job description

**What's next for you? This great job.** Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn't always easy. That's where Kelly Professional & Industrial comes in. We're seeking a **Sample Technician** to work with **our premier client** in **Jasper, AL** ! We're here to help you find something great that works for you-so you won't miss a moment of what really matters in your life.
**Why should you apply to be a Sample Technician ?**

+ Direct Hire Opportunity!

+ Potential for growth!

**What's a typical day as a Sample Technician ? You'll be** :

+ Manually gathering samples from incoming coal deliveries via train

+ Lifting, carrying coal samples weighing up to 50lbs

+ Shoveling coal from train car into buckets to examine samples

+ Performing data entry

**This might be a great fit for you if you:**

+ Are able to commit to rotation-based shift work; to include nights, weekends & holidays

+ Are able to walk, stand, climb & lift up to 50lbs with reasonable accommodation

+ Are able to read & clearly write the English language

+ Have a clean driving record with 1 infraction or less from the past 3 years

+ Are 21+ due to insurance requirements (position does require driving)

+ Don't mind getting dirty. This position involves handling coal.

**Schedules and Pay Rate:**

+ 10-12 hour shifts, 4 days per week.

+ Rotating shifts including weekends (potential overtime)

+ Pay: $18.00-$20.00/hour

**What happens next**

Once you apply, you'll proceed to next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don't worry-even if this position doesn't work out, you're still in our network. That means our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.

Apply to be **a Sample Technician** today!

**Get a complete career fit with Kelly** ** ** **.**

You're looking to keep your career moving onward and upward, and we're here to help you do just that. Our staffing experts connect you with top companies for opportunities where you can learn, grow, and thrive. Jobs that fit your skills and experience, and most importantly, fit right on your path of where you want to go in your career.

**About Kelly** ** **

At Kelly, we're always thinking about what's next and advising job seekers on new ways of working to reach their full potential. In fact, we're a leading advocate for temporary/nontraditional workstyles, because we believe they allow flexibility and tremendous growth opportunities that enable a better way to work and live (plus, did we mention we provide a ton of benefits ?). Connecting great people with great companies is what we do best, and our employment opportunities span a wide variety of workstyles, skill levels, and industries around the world.

Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly's Human Resource Knowledge Center.
Kelly complies with the requirements of California's state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.
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Field sampling technician job description example 3

Mérieux NutriSciences field sampling technician job description

Cypress

Regular

MERIEUX NUTRISCIENCES

As a trusted partner, our Public Health mission is to make food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable. Throughout our global network in 27 countries, we offer to our customers a wide range of testing and innovative solutions dedicated to preventing health risks related to food, environment and consumer goods. External growth has been a key pillar of our history with more than 40 acquisitions completed in the last 10 years.

If you want to contribute to an inspiring long-term purpose, to be part of a fast growing company on a high-value market with significant build-up opportunities, and to grow in an entrepreneurial and warm environment, join us!

YOUR DAY TO DAY LIFE

We are looking for a Sample Receiving Technician in 6360 Gateway dr, Cypress, CA 90603 USA. Your mission will be to:

●Receive and log in sample in preparation for analysis.Review sample and any attached documentation to assign an identification number and enter information into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).Prepare documentation as necessary.

●Contact client, when necessary, to obtain and clarify missing or unclear information to ensure that identification of client code, test code, and sample contents are accurate.

●Store samples in appropriate manner until analysis is completed and appropriately dispose of extra samples.Ensure sample integrity is maintained.

●Prepare packages for pick up by shipping vendors.Follow appropriate procedures to send packages and maintain all related documentation.

●Prepare sample to be shipped to other testing facilities when necessary.Complete appropriate documentation and file accordingly.

●May assist client service personnel with the development of customized client reports.Activitiesinclude:collection of data, analysis of data, and development of report.

●May assist laboratory personnel with the preparation and analysis of samples.

●Support corporate quality and continuous improvement process.

●This position has the responsibilities and authority to identify departures from the quality system or test procedures and document such observations in accordance with the prescribed complaint system.

●Perform other related duties as needed

YOUR PROFILE

Associates degree and 1+ year relevant work experience or equivalent work experience, or a Bachelor's degree. This position requires a basic knowledge of computer operation skills to manipulate keyboard while entering incoming sample information into the LIMS. A basic knowledge of microbiology and chemistry is helpful to effectively assign proper sample and test codes. A broad knowledge of personal computer software and data entering skills is necessary to input data into the LIMS and generate special reports. Organizational skills are required to keep track of all sample and documentation. Time management skills are useful to ensure that the sample is quickly prepared for testing. Written and oral communication skills are essential to obtain or clarify test instructions with clients. General office skills are useful to complete faxing, filing, and other related duties for the department.

Required skills:

The incumbent performs routine tasks in sample receiving and addresses problems according to established procedures. The incumbent must review sample documentation to determine adequacy and appropriateness of information provided. Information is frequently missing or unclear. Problems can be addressed with the help of the supervisor, client contact, previous testing practices, and Standard Operating Procedures.

WHY JOIN US?

* Because you would contribute to an inspiring Public Health purpose, supported by long-term and visionary shareholders.
* Because you would have an impact on our strategic pillars that build on 50 years of experience and expertise.
* Because you would be part of a community of an enthusiastic and skilled group of people who love co-building together and serving a purpose bigger than them.
* Because you would be welcome as you are, in a diverse and open-minded environment that is rich in our singularities and differences.
* Because you would grow in an international group of more than 8200 fantastic team members, with plenty of opportunities to learn and share.

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Updated March 14, 2024

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