Laboratory Technician (6122)

at Three Saints Bay in Missoula, Montana, United States

Job Description

Laboratory Technician (6122)

Location Missoula, MT

Job Code 6122

\# of Openings 1

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Ghostrock, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, isseeking Laboratory Technicians to support the USDA Forest Service’s Wildland Fire Chemical Systems Laboratory at the National Technology and Development Program in Missoula, Montana. Technicians will perform controlled laboratory testing and quality-assurance activities used to evaluate wildland fire chemicals and support continued testing of qualified products.

Key Responsibilities

+ Perform routine laboratory procedures and prepare test equipment and samples.

+ Select and operate appropriate analytical instruments.

+ Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment.

+ Conduct scientific experiments involving wildland fire chemicals.

+ Follow specifications, standard test procedures, project study plans, SOPs, and other written protocols.

+ Identify acceptable and unacceptable test outcomes and elevate anomalous results.

+ Use laboratory tools and computer programs for data collection, analysis, recordkeeping, and report writing.

+ Support laboratory safety checks, hazardous-waste tracking, inventories, incoming-sample logs, and preparation/tracking of test materials.

Required Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline or related technical field plus at least one year of experience working in a chemistry laboratory; OR at least five years of experience working in a laboratory setting without the degree.

+ Proficiency with basic laboratory equipment and standard operating procedures.

+ Ability to accurately follow written test methods and document results.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Familiarity with firefighting chemicals, including foams, gels, and retardants.

Additional Requirements

+ Strong attention to detail and strong written and oral communication skills.

+ Ability to follow all applicable safety rules, standard operating procedures, and technical requirements.

+ Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and spend extended periods standing or walking.

+ Ability to work on-site using Government-furnished facilities, equipment, and systems and to safeguard Government property.

+ Resume must demonstrate that all mandatory education and experience requirements are met. The selected candidate’s resume is subject to Government approval.

Security Requirements:

+ Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government Clearance if required.

+ Background check

+ Applicants selected will be subject to a Government background investigation and must meet eligibility and suitability requirements.

+ Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance.

+ Successful Pass of Bennett Aerospace Background Investigation, Drug Screening and Credit Check

Apply online here at: https://phg.tbe.taleo.net/phg01/ats/careers/v2/viewRequisition?org=GATEWAYVENT&cws=49&rid=6122

This position is located in Missoula, MT

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional, dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.