Lab Technician (Wastewater Processing Plant/Environmental)

Liquid Environmental Solutions is hiring a Lab Technician for their Mobile, AL facility. The role involves performing chemical analyses, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and maintaining lab equipment. Candidates should have at least a year of lab experience and some college-level chemistry. The position offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement in an environmentally focused company.
Job Title: Lab Technician
Location: Mobile Plant – Liquid Environmental Solutions
Pay: $19–$20/hour to start
Schedule: AM and PM shifts available (8-hour shifts)

About the Role

Are you passionate about environmental science and protecting your community’s health and safety? Do you enjoy hands-on work in chemistry and lab testing? Liquid Environmental Solutions is looking for a Lab Technician to join our team in Mobile, AL. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring that all liquids processed in our facility meet safety and environmental standards through routine lab analysis and compliance testing.

Key Responsibilities
• Receive and inspect incoming trucks; verify manifests and offloading tickets.
• Perform chemical and physical analysis of industrial and wastewater samples to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Prepare lab solutions, reagents, and standards according to SOPs.
• Conduct pre-approval testing and report findings to determine acceptance or rejection.
• Record and analyze test data; maintain accurate files and enter results into the database.
• Clean and maintain laboratory equipment and glassware.
• Manage and maintain inventory of chemicals and supplies.
• Conduct QA/QC testing and uphold lab quality control protocols.
• Assist plant operators as needed during downtime or shift overlaps.
• Handle regulatory documentation including manifests, bills of lading, and logbooks.
• Coordinate with lab supervisor on special projects and customer communication.
• Perform metals testing on ICP, COD, and volatile solvents using gas chromatography.
• Collect and send compliance samples to outside labs bi-monthly.
• Ensure a clean, safe work environment by following all safety procedures and environmental regulations.

Who You Are
• Experience: 1+ year working in a laboratory setting (wastewater experience a plus)
• Education: 3 hours of college-level chemistry (or equivalent experience)
• Skills:
• Familiarity with ICP, COD, and GC testing equipment
• Strong data entry and basic computer skills (MS Office Suite)
• Understanding of lab safety protocols and PPE
• Attributes:
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Able to work inside and outside in all weather conditions
• Strong multitasking and time management skills

What We Offer
• Competitive hourly pay
• Full benefits package, including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Employee Discounts & Referral Program

About Liquid Environmental Solutions

Liquid Environmental Solutions (LES) is the nation’s leading provider of non-hazardous liquid waste solutions. Our services include collection, transport, processing, recycling, and compliance-driven disposal. We are committed to environmental sustainability, innovation, and safety across all our operations. Join a team dedicated to protecting the planet while advancing your career.

Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $38,000–$42,000/year (based on experience)
Work Location: On-site – Mobile, AL

Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Disability/Veteran
LES is proud to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person