Chemist

Company: Aerotek
Location: Vancouver
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Aerotek is currently seeking a Chemist for a long term position at a federal utility in Vancouver, WA. Holiday, Vacation and access to competitive benefits is provided.This Chemist position will work alongside other chemists in support of the Diagnostics, Metrology & Labs department, at the chemistry laboratory, supporting substation maintenance and environmental programs. This position may also be required to perform work at various substations throughout the service area supporting and assisting with environmental cleanup projects.Responsibilities Include:

• On a progressive basis, working with personnel, support, assist with, and perform the following:
• Receive and process test samples; which includes logging samples into the tracking system and provide "change of custody" to customer.
• Perform oil quality tests, dissolved-gas-analysis tests, and PCB tests; analyze results, identify any unknown materials, and issue reports.
• Perform Chemical Waste Profile Analysis and Reporting; timely and accurately completed reporting is vital.
• Coordinate with field personnel for proper sampling, shipment and/or disposal of waste.
• Conduct various specialized tests on transformer insulating oil; e.g., furan, metal particle counts.
• Provide consultation on ASTM D27 (Electrical Insulating Liquids and Gases) methods and specifications as it pertains to the power industry.
• Provide recommendations on new product purchases for electrical insulating liquids from a chemical perspective.
• Perform general laboratory clean-up as well as regular sample containers cleaning.
• Repair and maintain laboratory equipment as is practical, escalating maintenance and repair needs as necessary.
• Participate in organization improvement efforts, assisting and recommending new or revised procedures, processes or other initiatives to enhance efficiency and quality.Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry is required.
  • 5 years of applicable research and/or quality control chemistry experience is required.
  • Must have knowledge of chemistry and testing concepts.
  • Demonstrated skill performing lab and field tests.
  • Ability to interpret and apply applicable test standards to test samples.Preferred:
    • Working knowledge of dissolved-gas-analysis and knowledge of key gases.
    • Working knowledge of PCB analysis for both liquid and soil samples.
    • Knowledge of Resource Conservation & Recovery Act (RCRA) Hazardous Waste Regulations 40 CFR Part 261.
    • Knowledge of US Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations on shipping hazardous wastes.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
    • Please see API for full requirements. About Aerotek:We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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