Laboratory Analyst

Obsidian Analytical is an environmental testing facility, processing soil and water samples for environmental contaminants across various industries. We have two analytical departments, Organics and Inorganics, and three operational shifts, morning (6:00am – 2:30pm), day (8:00am – 4:30pm), and evening (12:00pm – 8:30pm).

The Laboratory Analyst is responsible for the preparation, analysis, and quality control of environmental samples for organics parameters in accordance with NELAC, EPA, SW-846, and state regulatory methods. This role supports high-throughput production while maintaining strict adherence to SOPs, QA/QC requirements, and turnaround-time commitments.

This role is for the Organics department.

Organics

• Prepare soil, water, and waste samples for organic analysis.
• Operate and maintain organic instrumentation such as: GC-MS, GC-MS Purge & Trap, and GC-FID
• Perform instrument calibrations, QC checks, and routine maintenance
• Prepare calibration standards, surrogates, internal standards, blanks, and QC samples.
• Conduct data analysis and review under methods such as 8260, 8270, 8015, and related protocols.
• Administer routine instrument maintenance, tuning, and troubleshooting.
• Accurately enter results and data into the LIMS.
• Follow all Chemical Hygiene Plan, safety, and waste-handling procedures.
• Meet production deadlines while maintaining data integrity and quality.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, or related field (or equivalent laboratory experience).
• Familiarity with GC-based analytical techniques and organic sample preparation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow SOPs and regulatory methods precisely.
• Comfort working with solvents and in a high-throughput lab environment.
• Basic computer proficiency (LIMS, Excel, data entry).
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $28.85 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Day Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Golden, CO 80403 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person