Field Technician/Courier - Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater Southeast - Tallahassee, FL

Field Technician/Courier - Eurofins Drinking Water and Wastewater Southeast - Tallahassee, FLEurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.Job DescriptionPosition Summary: The Courier is responsible for the pick-up and delivery of water, soil and air samples to and from the laboratory. Maintain the quality, hold time, and turnaround time objectives of the lab. Prepare and deliver bottle orders to clients following the standard operating procedures of the lab. Receive and stock all sample control supplies, prepare and ship sample kits and perform sampling events as needed. Dispose of samples and hazardous waste according to guidelines and carry out any other duties assigned by the department manager.This role will involve collecting samples in the field, using pumps and working with an assortment of sampling equipment in all kinds of weather. Must be comfortable working alone outdoors and encountering wildlife (mosquitoes, gnats, ticks, spiders, snakes, alligators, etc) while collecting water samples.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Perform all duties as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures.Handles routine and non-routine sampling, monitoring and data collection activities.Routine sample preparation and/or analyses.Pick up and deliver samples, bottle orders and report to the laboratory for sign-in and analysis.Count the number of samples when receiving them from clients to make sure that the Chain of Custody and samples match. Verify that samples are not broken or damaged.Receive and sign the Chain of Custody.Ensure that client signs, dates, and records time on the Chain of Custody when releasing samples.Transport samples on ice from client site to the lab, or from our lab to a sub-contracted laboratory.Unload samples and inspect for damage or violated hold times to maintain sample integrity.Interact with Project Managers and clients appropriately and professionally.Follow directions or use maps to locate client offices/sites as specified in the courier request form.Communicate effectively with the courier coordinator about the courier schedule.Record in the courier log book the time that courier arrives to the site and time leaving from the site for all the pick-ups and deliveries.Other duties as assigned. May not be inclusive of all position duties and responsibilities.QualificationsEducation/Experience (Basic Minimum Qualifications):Education: High school diploma or equivalentExperience: None requiredValid driver's license requiredAbility and/or Skills (BMQ):Reading maps and following directionsOperating a motor vehicleComputer skills preferredAbility to prioritizeAdditional InformationRequirements:Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorshipProfessional working proficiency in English is a requirement, including the ability to read, write and speak in EnglishPosition is full-time, Monday - Friday 8am – 5pm day shift. Candidates currently living within a commutable distance of Tallahassee, FL are encouraged to apply.Pay range: $18-22/hr Eurofins Environment Testing (USA) provides a compensation range for informational purposes, the actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and skill set, base salary of internal peers, business sector, and geographic location.As a Eurofins employee, you will become part of a company that has received national recognition as a great place to work. we offer excellent benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, and dental and vision options.*The benefits package offered will vary based on the employee's full-time or part-time regular status.