Lab Analyst I

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them - people.

As a Laboratory Analyst, you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services - uninterrupted. Based in Jackson, MS, you’ll assist laboratory staff in the collection and analyzing chemical and microbiological samples of water and wastewater influent and effluent, sludge, marine waters and other process analysis. You'll assist staff in performing a variety of chemical, biochemical, and bacteriological tests. You'll use laboratory equipment and materials and perform routine computations and maintain records. You'll be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work. You'll assist in keeping laboratory records and prepare laboratory reports

You'll maintain a comprehensive quality assurance program based on the established guidelines while operating a variety of laboratory equipment including pH meters, balances, furnaces, autoclaves, incubators, and calculators. You’ll contribute to the success of our program by assisting with performing pilot study activities, and help maintain, clean and care for laboratory equipment and material.

You’ll also perform routine maintenance and cleaning of the stormwater system using a jet vac combination truck, prepare reports, maintain logs and work orders and perform other duties as required. Most importantly, you’ll do your part to take action ensuring the safety, health and well-being of you and your team and be a team player and be willing to perform other duties as required.

Qualifications - External

• High school diploma or GED

• Possess a valid driver’s license

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• One year of experience with knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and related experiences; procedures and materials used in chemical, biochemical, and bacteriological tests and analyses; laboratory safety and equipment and material care and maintenance

• Knowledge of the principles and methods of biological and chemical analyses of water/wastewater; safe work practices

• Proficient in the use of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and to enter data into a database management system

Working Conditions:

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.