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Are you ready to kick off your career in the analytical chemistry and environmental sciences industry? Do you have a passion for chemistry or environmental science and wish to use your skills to advance excellent science with practical applications? Come join us at Brooks Applied Labs - we have an opening for a Laboratory Technician! Brooks Applied Labs is an analytical chemistry laboratory, located in Seattle, WA, that specializes in trace metals analysis and speciation to support the environmental and pharmaceutical market sectors. Our employees reflect our core values of creating a nurturing culture, striving for excellence and integrity in the work we produce, and contributing to a collaborative work environment. As Laboratory Technician, you will be part of the Sample Control team, which is responsible for shepherding client samples from arrival to disposal. Ideal candidates will possess the following: - A high school diploma or GED (required); an associate degree in Chemistry or related field (preferred) - Availability M-F until 5:30 PM, and occasional Saturdays (half-day). - Previous experience in a chemistry laboratory setting (preferred) - Basic math skills - Good attitude and willingness to work with others - Good communication and organization skills - Ability to follow written directions - Ability to regularly lift 40lbs and stand for periods of up to 8 hours - Ability to work occasional overtime with little notice Laboratory Technician duties include: ensuring samples are received, prepared, preserved, and stored appropriately according to internal SOPs and approved EPA handling methods; documenting and communicating receiving issues with Project Managers; preparing and shipping bottle orders and sampling kits for clients; calibration of equipment; lab maintenance and cleaning; preparation of laboratory reagents and solutions; and other duties as assigned. The pay rate for this position is $20.00 - $22.00 hourly. Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits after a brief waiting period: medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D insurance, long- and short-term disability insurance, 401(k), health and dependent care FSA plans, employee assistance program, 15 days of paid time off per year for sick leave and/or vacation, 3 days paid bereavement leave, and 6 paid holidays per year. Due to exposure to various food allergens in the laboratory environment, applicants with moderate to severe food allergies are discouraged from applying. To apply for this position please access the company's job posting at: https://apps.iehlabs.com/applyatieh.html#666b37eacb76193d426c0acd After navigating to the URL listed above, you will be asked to complete optional self-identification surveys and submit your cover letter, resume and references in a combined, single(1) PDF. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D "Know Your Rights" Poster: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOCKnowYourRightsscreenreader10_20.pdf