Job Summary
Now hiring experienced wastewater scientists who want their work to matter.
Mb Staffing Services is seeking a Laboratory Analyst with direct, hands-on wastewater testing experience to support critical environmental and public health operations. This is not a general lab role, we are specifically targeting professionals who understand the complexities of wastewater systems, regulatory compliance, and advanced analytical methodologies.
If your background includes wastewater analysis in a regulated laboratory environment, we want to connect with you.
Responsibilities:
You will play a vital role in ensuring water quality and environmental safety through precise, data-driven laboratory analysis:
- Perform advanced wastewater testing including BOD, COD, TSS, nutrients, pH, and microbiological assays (e.g., E. coli)
- Execute wet chemistry and microbiological techniques with a high degree of accuracy and reproducibility
- Collect, preserve, and process samples in accordance with strict QA/QC and regulatory protocols
- Operate, calibrate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and automated sampling systems
- Maintain detailed, audit-ready documentation and input data into LIMS systems
- Prepare reagents, media, and standard solutions to support ongoing testing
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and laboratory accreditation requirements
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field + 3+ years of wastewater lab experience
- OR
- Associate degree and 5+ years of direct wastewater laboratory experience
- Demonstrated expertise in wastewater analytical testing and environmental compliance
- Strong foundation in wet chemistry and microbiology
Preferred:
- Experience working in a NELAP-accredited laboratory
- Familiarity with environmental regulatory frameworks and reporting standards
- Ability to obtain Wastewater Laboratory Analyst I certification within 18 months
- Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs. and working in varied environments
