Technical Writer Professional Senior

Our People & Places Solutions business – reinforces our drive to improve the lives of people everywhere and epitomizes the "why" of what we do – the tremendous positive impact and value our solutions bring to our communities and society as a whole. From facilities delivering life-saving therapies and ensuring clean water to enabling the connection of people through all modes of transportation and providing access to technology – we're integrating a multitude of these solution elements to build the smart environments of tomorrow.

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Your Impact:

At Jacobs, we challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you’ll make it simpler and more seamless for our municipal clients to operate safely and efficiently, empowering communities to focus on what matters most to them – people.

As a Laboratory Analyst, you’ll join a collaborative team ensuring that our clients can deliver their services – uninterrupted. Based in Twin Falls, ID, you’ll assist laboratory staff in the collection and analyzing chemical and microbiological samples of water and wastewater influent and effluent, sludge, and other process analysis.  You'll assist staff in performing a variety of chemical, biochemical, and bacteriological tests.  You'll use laboratory equipment and materials and perform routine computations and maintain records.  You'll be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work. You'll assist in keeping laboratory records and prepare laboratory reports  

You'll maintain a comprehensive quality assurance program based on the established guidelines while operating a variety of laboratory equipment including pH meters, balances, furnaces, autoclaves, incubators, and calculators.  You’ll contribute to the success of our program by assisting with performing pilot study activities, and help maintain, clean and care for laboratory equipment and material.
Most importantly, you’ll do your part to take action ensuring the safety, health and well-being of you and your team and be a team player and be willing to perform other duties as required.

 

Here’s What You’ll Need:

Qualifications - External

• High school diploma or GED
• Possess a valid driver’s license

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• One year of experience with knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and related experiences; procedures and materials used in chemical, biochemical, and bacteriological tests and analyses; laboratory safety and equipment and material care and maintenance
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of biological and chemical analyses of water/wastewater; safe work practices
• Proficient in the use of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and to enter data into a database management system

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements
The work area can involve a working environment indoors as well as outdoors, which could cause exposure to outdoor elements; proper environmental attire will be required.  Some areas can have loud noise, active machinery, high pressure fluid systems, electrical equipment, confined spaces, heights and depths, fumes, air borne particles, noxious gases, pathogens and various chemicals.  The use of appropriate safety equipment will be mandatory in these areas to prevent hazardous contact.  

Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, twist and bend at the waist, turn, kneel, squat, raise arms above shoulder height, grasp, reach, perform repetitive hand movements and fine coordination when preparing reports and using a computer keyboard, have vision sufficient to read computer screens, printed documents and operate office equipment; must be able to judge color end-point changes (not be color blind), have hearing in the normal range with or without correction and able to hear timers ring.  Must be free of respiratory problems of a nature that could be aggravated by exposure to chemical fumes found in a laboratory environment.  In an 8-hour shift must be able to transport self across the facility, ascend and descend stair steps, lift objects up to 45 pounds from floor level to waist height, wear and use appropriate safety equipment.

 

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $15 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.