Production Technician L1-2 - EHS Lab Services (Environmental Sampling and Lab Sample Analysis)

Consolidated Edison Company of New York
$33.14 - $47.29 / hr
United States, New York, Astoria
Sep 18, 2024
Overview Under general supervision, the technician will participate in various aspects of sample collection and analysis as needed, including field-based testing and analyses. The technician may go to various field locations to collect samples, install instruments, train, and inspect equipment and structures. The technician may; work within the laboratory performing receiving, preparation and analyses functions; and serve as driver, navigator or instrument operator in the mobile locating of trouble conditions across the service territory. In all roles, the technician will need to work safely, communicate with team members, and meticulously document and analyze their findings and observations. Responsibilities Core Responsibilities Under general supervision, the technician will participate in various aspects of sample collection and analysis as needed, including field-based testing and analyses. The technician may go to various field locations to collect samples, install instruments, train, and inspect equipment and structures. The technician may; work within the laboratory performing receiving, preparation and analyses functions; and serve as driver, navigator or instrument operator in the mobile locating of trouble conditions across the service territory. In all roles, the technician will need to work safely, communicate with team members, and meticulously document and analyze their findings and observations. Performance of environmental sampling. Performance of chemical analyses. Respond to field or lab emergencies on off-shifts and weekends. Work greater than 8 hours per shift on an as-needed basis. Create and maintain records as well as prepare and issue written reports. Understand, follow, create and edit policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to your work assignments. Communicate with customers and laboratory team. Follow good housekeeping and cleanliness practices. Perform other related tasks and assignments as associated with the operation of a laboratory. Resources Managed Management # of Direct Reports: Indirect Reports: Weekly # of Direct Reports: Indirect Reports: Qualifications Required Education/Experience High School Diploma/GED and four (4) years of relevant experience Laboratory analyses or environmental field services or Associate's Degree and two (2) years of relevant experience Laboratory analyses or environmental field services or Bachelor's Degree In a related discipline Preferred Education/Experience Associate's Degree preferably in science or engineering and two (2) years of relevant experience Laboratory analyses or environmental field services Relevant Work Experience Performing biology or chemistry sample analyses within a laboratory. Required or Performing environmental field services involving the sampling of various materials in different matrices. Required or Bachelor's in a related discipline. Required Skills And Abilities Demonstrated analytical skills Well organized, detail oriented and flexible to handle multiple assignments Effective interpersonal skills Strong verbal communication and listening skills Demonstrated customer service skills Licenses And Certfications Driver's License Required Physical Demands Ability to respond to system emergencies Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold Perform extended driving through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs Ability to carry tools and materials when climbing ladders and scaffolds, and entering confined spaces Ability to work in adverse conditions that include, noise, confined spaces, and high elevations Ability to climb ladders and stairs Ability to work on elevated platforms, scaffolds, catwalks, roofs, and/or other equipment Perform work in underground vaults through manholes Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces) Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations Ability to climb in and out of manholes and excavations Stand, walk, and climb ladders and stairs for the duration of the workday Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, i.e. jackhammers Ability to travel to company locations to work on storm restoration and heat contingencies Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses Work rotating shifts, including nights, midnights, weekends, and holidays Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment Additional Physical Demands Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.