Air Monitoring Technician

Avarint is seeking Air Monitoring Operators and Technicians to support the Chemical Test Division team conducting Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) at Dugway Proving Ground, UT. Primary duties will include:

· Setting up, operating, calibrating, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing Miniature Chemical Agent Monitoring Systems, MINICAMS (automated gas chromatographs used for workplace safety monitoring). 

· Working with scientists and providing technical support to experimental teams requiring MINICAMS equipment.

· Receiving training and maintaining operator certifications for the MINICAMS equipment. 

· Performing data collection, analysis, and quality control activities as outlined in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

· Reviewing and continuously improving the QA/QC program to ensure that all reported data is accurate, complete, reliable and of high-confidence.

· Maintaining a safe laboratory work environment in accordance with all documented laboratory procedures.

The position also requires that the selected candidate possesses:  

· Strong hands-on laboratory skills with respect to GC-MS and/or LC-MS/MS instrument operation and sample analysis.

· Excellent organizational skills and communication skills (oral and written) and the ability to appropriately communicate with colleagues, management and clients to plan and execute duties.

· Deep attention to detail and the flexibility and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

  Minimum Qualifications:

· High School Diploma.

· Experience with Microsoft Office software including MS Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint. 

· A medical examination may be required to ensure ability to perform duties and wear personal protective equipment.

 Special Requirements:  

Must be able to obtain and remain eligible for a US Department of Defense security clearance during the course of employment.  Candidate will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS ARE DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION:

· A.A.S. in Chemistry or other related technical discipline.

· An active DoD security clearance.

· Two (2) or more years of experience working with Miniature Chemical Agent Monitoring Systems (MINICAMS) for workplace air monitoring during test operations.

· Experience in contract research, working for the federal government and/or private organizations.

Why Avarint:

· 401K – No waiting period. 100% vested on date of hire.

· 3% company contribution in the first year of employment, company contribution increases over time. Employee is not required to contribute to the plan to receive Avarint contribution. 

· Health Insurance – No waiting period – competitive costs. 

· Dental, Vision insurance after 6 months – Employer paid benefit for employees and dependents. 

· Life Insurance after 6 months – Employer paid benefit for the employee. 

· Generous paid time off, unlimited sick time and 9 paid holidays. 

 We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.