Field Sampling / Laboratory Coordinator

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• **Position Overview** We are seeking an organized and dependable **Field Sampling / Laboratory Coordinator** to support environmental sample collection and daily laboratory operations.
• This position combines hands-on field sampling with coordination of sampling schedules, sample deliveries, documentation, and communication between clients, field personnel, and laboratory departments.
• The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, communicates clearly, and can manage multiple priorities while ensuring samples are collected, documented, and delivered for analysis within required holding times.
• **Key Responsibilities** * **Perform field sampling:** Collect water, wastewater, soil, and other environmental samples according to established sampling plans, laboratory procedures, and client requirements.
• * **Coordinate sampling activities:** Schedule sampling visits and pickups, organize routes, confirm site access, and communicate collection requirements with clients and laboratory staff.
• * **Prepare equipment and supplies:** Ensure the correct sample containers, preservatives, labels, chain-of-custody forms, coolers, and sampling equipment are available before each assignment.
• * **Maintain sample integrity:** Properly label, preserve, store, and transport samples.
• Record collection dates and times, sampling locations, field observations, and required field measurements.
• * **Complete accurate documentation:** Maintain clear and complete chain-of-custody records, field logs, equipment records, and sample tracking information.
• * **Coordinate laboratory handoffs:** Work with sample receiving and analytical departments to verify sample receipt, communicate testing requirements, and prioritize samples with short holding times.
• * **Support weekend and after-hours deliveries:** Arrange deliveries with designated laboratory personnel, communicate holding-time deadlines, and confirm receipt and acknowledgment of time-sensitive samples.
• * **Maintain field equipment:** Perform required equipment checks, calibration, cleaning, and routine maintenance, and promptly report equipment problems.
• * **Support laboratory workflow:** Assist with sample receipt, verification, LIMS data entry, sample routing, and supply inventory as assigned and trained.
• * **Resolve and report issues:** Promptly communicate sampling delays, missing paperwork, sample discrepancies, access problems, or other conditions that could affect sample quality or timely analysis.
• * **Follow safety and quality procedures:** Use required personal protective equipment and follow laboratory, field, and client-site safety requirements.
• Required Skills **Qualifications** * Previous experience in environmental sampling, laboratory operations, sample receiving, or laboratory coordination is preferred.
• * Familiarity with sample preservation, chain of custody, and holding-time requirements is desirable.
• * Valid driver's license and ability to travel to sampling locations.
• * Must possess a current, Valid TWIC Card.
• * Strong organizational, communication, time management, and recordkeeping skills.
• * Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel, email, and data entry; experience with a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is a plus.
• * Ability to work independently, follow written procedures, and coordinate effectively with clients and coworkers.
• **Work Environment and Schedule** This position includes fieldwork, travel to sampling sites and Houston lab , and work within the laboratory.
• Duties involve working outdoors in varying weather conditions and safely handling sampling equipment and coolers, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Flexibility to support early-morning, weekend, or after-hours assignments may be required based on sampling schedules.

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