Drummond Company, Inc

Laboratory Technician-Water

LocationBirmingham, AL
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$60,000

About This Job

ABC Coke is the largest merchant producer of foundry coke in the United States. ABC operates 132 ovens with an annual capacity of 730,000 tons of saleable coke. Superior product and reliability of supply are the foundation of ABC’s customer relationships. ABC Coke serves many industries including, automotive, construction, smelter rock, wool insulation and sugar. Quality control is an essential component in our operation. Our customers, some of whom have been using our product for over 40 years, verify ABC Coke’s reputation for consistent quality and reliability of supply and service.


Job Summary:

The Laboratory Technician position will be located in the water treatment laboratory, the applicant will be required to learn the coke and coal side as well, so he/she can fill-in in the case of emergency. Applicant will report to the Manager of Quality Assurance. MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK EVERY WEEKEND 7AM-4PM. MAY CHOOSE THE TWO OFF DAYS YOU PREFER DURING THE WEEK.

Job Responsibilities:

The position will support the water treatment plant with testing of water samples pulled on a daily basis. The laboratory technician will be expected to learn the inner workings of the water treatment plant so that he/she can foresee issues and work closely with the water treatment plant supervisor to correct these issues and prevent future problems from occurring. Specific tasks include, but are not limited to:

Performing tests on treated waste water to ensure that it is in compliance with ADEM before it is discharged.

Tests to perform include, but are not limited to, phenolic, total suspended solids, total dissolved solids, ammonia, total cyanide, and carbonaceous biochemical oxygen demand.
Applicant will be required to perform monthly testing on coke oven gas.
The upkeep and everyday maintenance of laboratory equipment will be one of the laboratory technician’s responsibility, along with inventory of chemicals needed to perform testing.
Working closely with water treatment supervisor and the environmental manager will be required to ensure all testing meets regulatory specifications.
Performs tests on coal and coke as needed.


Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required
3-5 years of laboratory experience preferred, but not required
Basic understanding of water chemistry and laboratory procedures required
Associates degree in a scientific field preferred, but not required
Excellent communication skills required; applicant will be interacting with various departments


Skills and Abilities:

Ability to climb, inspect, and sample rail cars
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Strong initiative and interpersonal skills
Basic proficiency with standard business software such as Excel and Word


Excellent benefits package including:

Medical and Dental coverage
401(k) plan with company match
Flexible Spending Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Wellness Program

Drummond Company, Inc. is an equal opportunity employment company.

We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis;

including race, creed, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or disability.


www.drummondco.com


Job Type: Full-time


Pay: Up to $60,000.00 per year


Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement


Schedule:


8 hour shift


Application Question(s):

Ability to pass Criminal Background Check and Drug Screenings including Hair Follicle Test.


Ability to Commute:

Birmingham, AL 35217 (Required)


Ability to Relocate:

Birmingham, AL 35217: Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location: In person


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