Courier - Environmental Laboratory

Advanced Environmental Laboratories, Inc. (AEL) is an environmental, chemical, analytical testing laboratory network celebrating our 30 year in business. We aren't just Florida's largest lab network - we are one of the top 10 largest environmental lab employers in the whole country - and still growing. Our continued growth has created more great job opportunities! We are looking for career minded, team oriented, dedicated people to join our staff. AEL offers a long-term career opportunity, great co-workers, and a company providing every employee with individual growth opportunities.

We are currently looking for a full time Courier for our Miramar, FL laboratory. This position is eligible for the following benefits: medical, vision and dental insurance; 401(k) plan with up top 4% company match; PTO, 8 hours Floating Holiday, 7 paid Holidays. Short- and long-term disability paid by AEL along with life term insurance. 4 hours of volunteer time also available.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent, AS or BS science or engineering degree or technical certificate preferred, but not required. Valid drivers license and clean record including clean criminal history. AEL performs background checks on all hires.

> Application process: Submit an application to AEL by going to our website here: http://www.aellab.com/job-application

Courier Duties and Responsibilities

Promptly respond to requests to pick up or deliver samples or supplies
Follow specific sample transporting procedures given by the facility
Responsible for picking up and transporting hazardous materials
Complete documentation for accurate record of travel and client visits
Maintain vehicle in clean and safe condition
Must comply with safety driving regulations in accordance with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT)
Plan trips for effective use of time to meet client needs
Disposes of materials in accordance with established company procedures
Update management on maintenance needs for vehicle
Interact with clients in a professional and courteous manner
Act as liaison between clients and lab staff
Remain compliant with all driver procedures, certifications, and AEL company driver policies
Communicate with the lab leads to ensure samples are delivered in a safe, timely and efficient manner
Keep track of mileage and gasoline
Other job duties as determined by local management
Maintain a professional appearance with AEL shirt/hat

Summary:

Daily travel is required to conduct on-site field testing and data collection for water, soil, and waste sampling per FDEP procedures. Also responsible for client sample pick-ups and client sample and kit deliveries to and from client offices and project locations. No experience necessary, but individuals with a background in or related to environmental response/sample collection work fields are strongly encouraged to apply.

This position has Physical Requirements: A field technician will be consistently standing or walking, bending, crouching or stooping, climbing ladders and/or stairs, frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 75 pounds. Ability to distinguish between shades of color.

Abilities and skills required:

Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record and ability to obtain a DOT medical certification. Good driving records and ability to maintain good records.
Able to work a flexible schedule including overtime (occasional nights and weekends as needed)
Willing to travel including (All travel is company paid)
Capable of lifting at least 75 pounds.
Capable of climbing (ladders and stairs)
Mechanically inclined; capable of learning and working on instrumentation and other testing equipment
Enjoy challenges in continuously changing work environments

To Apply:

Step 1) Submit your resume and a cover-letter (highly recommended) through Indeed. Detailing your experience in your cover letter is a big plus!

Step 2) Submit an application to AEL by going to our website here:

http://www.aellab.com/job-application

All candidates must submit an application via our website. Submitting the AEL application will help our Human Resources staff better evaluate your experience and get your resume to the Laboratory and Department Manager for review. Again, the cover letter, online evaluations, and AEL application will greatly improve your chances at an interview and a job!

AEL is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, and has additional laboratories located in Tampa, Gainesville, Altamonte Springs, Miramar, Ft. Myers, and Tallahassee. Our government clients include over 140 city, county, State, and Federal agencies across Florida. Our private client’s includes a who’s-who list of the top engineering firms on the nation, along with multiple Fortune 500 corporations. Our typical work includes drinking water, wastewater, hazardous waste, CERCLA, RCRA, landfill, and property assessment projects. This well diversified portfolio of clients and projects enables AEL to avoid the highs and low of work that many of our competition face, and makes for a very stable working environment for our employees. AEL currently employs some 100 personnel statewide. The staff includes degreed chemists, biologists, and microbiologists, along with trained technicians and support staff. Because of management philosophy, AEL is committed to helping its employees grow professionally and personally. In addition, AEL recognizes that a stable workforce is key to continuity, and continuity is key to quality for an environmental testing laboratory. AEL’s strong commitment to its staff shows in its low employee turnover, which remains below that typical for our industry and our competition. Visit our website at http://www.aellab.com. AEL welcomes your application to join our team today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

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