LCRA is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to join a unique environmental laboratory team! This exciting opportunity is suited for those who enjoy performing courier services, preparing and shipping orders for clients, preparing water samples for analysis by completing sample condition checks, sample receipt/login, basic test measurements, sample preservation/spiking, and inventory monitoring. You will work directly with the Client Services team daily, communicate any sample/production issues to senior staff and the supervisor, and at times cross-train and provide support in other areas of the laboratory. This role is an integral part of the laboratory operations and LCRA’s mission “To enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy, and community service.” Are you ready to jumpstart your career with a phenomenal company with excellent training and benefits? Then, we want you to apply!

- Perform courier services for the laboratory picking up or delivering samples to customers.

- Manage the warehouse shipping and receiving supplies for customers and laboratory operations.

- Check sample receipts and logs, sample and inventory checks, and perform basic data entry (transcription).

- Perform one or more of the additional duties: sample disposal, glassware cleaning, and supply receipt.

- Monitor the laboratory sample receiving area for sample drop-off.

- Perform batch or direct data entry into Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).

- Provide general lab assistance to laboratory staff.

You Qualify With

- Driver's license

You Are a Great Fit With

- Excellent communication skills

- Driver’s license

You Gain

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.