Environmental Specialist (Laboratory Analyst)

Title: Environmental Specialist (Laboratory Analyst) 
Company: Tampa Electric Company 
State and City: Florida - Tampa
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

 

 

Environmental Specialist I – Lab Services

POSITION CONCEPT: 
This position performs environmental analysis and/or sampling as required by federal (EPA) and state environmental regulatory agencies (FDEP and DOH) for compliance with environmental permits and regulations and/or contract specifications in the case of coal or oil. Applies technical/professional knowledge to perform calibration, operation, sample analysis, maintenance, troubleshooting, problems solving and repair activities, under minimal supervision.  Samples are analyzed to determine their chemical compositions and ultimately their compliance with environmental permits.  The position requires working safely in possible hazardous situations.  Work is to be performed under limited supervision and employee is responsible for decision making during the course of sampling/analysis that requires discretion and independent judgment.  Position requires ability to troubleshoot complex instrumentation and continually handle hazardous materials.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Laboratory Analysts perform multiple chemical and physical analyses (instrumental and non-instrumental), in adherence to the latest approved method specific SOP, on various samples and sample matrices and report results into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs). Prepare or purchase all standards and regents required by analytical methods and document into the LIMs. Ensure that all reagents and standards are ordered in a timely manner to ensure that sufficient materials are available for analysis of samples. Prepare and review data quality assurance samples and perform quality control checks to verify and validate the legal defensibility of all results produced. Coordinate the workload to assure the most efficient use of human resources and instrument usage so that data is generated in a timely manner.  Peer review data of which the analyst has technical knowledge and experience with the analysis. 
• Research, develop, write and/or revise Standard Operating Procedures used in performing laboratory analysis.  Each SOP must be constructed in strict accordance with all applicable EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), FDEP (Florida Department of Environmental Protection), DOH (Department of Health), ASTM (American Society of Testing Materials), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and/or  NELAP (National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program) protocols. Team member is also responsible peer to peer training and review of laboratory procedures.  
• Troubleshoot and diagnose problems with scientific instrumentation and repair or supervise subcontracted repair. Assist in the Evaluation of new technologies and analytical methods as laboratory needs require.  Assist with the purchase new equipment and materials, assist with the development methodologies, and assist in implementing new testing as needed to effectively and efficiently accommodate new analytical testing requirements. 
• Successfully analyze unknown samples sent by U.S. EPA, Florida Department of Health, Round Robin contract labs, and the Hillsborough County Environmental Protection Commission to maintain Tampa Electric’s NELAC Certification. Ability to self-monitor for required testing of environmental permits.  
• Determine the most appropriate method of chemical and physical analysis to be performed on each submitted sample.  In addition, coordinate with other departments in setting up and managing studies, providing analytical support and interpreting the data.  

 

EDUCATION:
Required: High School Diploma 
Preferred: Associates or bachelor's degree in chemistry, Engineering Technology, or Physical or Life Sciences.

 

EXPERIENCE:
Required: Less than four (4) years with a Bachelor’s Degree; six (6) years with an Associate’s Degree; eight (8) years with a high school diploma
Related experience consists of:  Laboratory services experience within the electric utility industry or heavy industrial industry or production laboratory.  

 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Required: Strong understanding of basic laboratory functions and procedures. Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. 

 

Environmental Specialist II – Lab Services
POSITION CONCEPT: 
This position performs environmental analysis and/or sampling as required by federal (EPA) and state environmental regulatory agencies (FDEP and DOH) for compliance with environmental permits and regulations and/or contract specifications in the case of coal or oil. Applies