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Garden State Laboratories, Inc.

Field Technician, Full-Time (Waretown, NJ)

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Recruitment began on June 25, 2026
and the job listing Expires on July 26, 2026
Full-time
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About the role:

The Field Technician reports to the Jersey Shore Laboratory in Waretown, New Jersey. Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license as well as a clean driving record to drive to and from sampling locations using a company vehicle. The starting rate of pay is $18.00 per hour for a full-time, 30-hour workweek, Monday through Friday.

What you’ll do:

The primary responsibility of the Field Technician is the performance of water tests and sample collections at assigned locations. Testing and sample collection may include municipal wells, city water, private homes, public locations, sewer and water plants, wastewater, and pools. Employees may also set up sample composite machines for next-day sample pickup. Employees are trained in proper and compliant collection techniques as well as transport protocols to a certified laboratory.

Qualifications:

No prior experience is required, but interested candidates should have experience in roles that require detailed procedures, good communication skills with clients, outdoor work, as well as meeting daily deadlines.

About Garden State Laboratories, Inc.

At Garden State Laboratories, Inc., we contribute to the protection of public health and safety. We have been a leader in environmental testing for more than 80 years. Our certified laboratories are in Union and Ocean counties, New Jersey, and are equipped for microbiology and chemistry testing of drinking water, private wells, recreational bathing water, wastewater, and solid/hazardous wastes for all of New Jersey.

WHY JOIN US? At Garden State Laboratories, caring about the well-being of our employees, sustainability, and growth is what our family-owned business stands by. Garden State Laboratories, Inc. is a great place to work; employees join our team, and they stay. We are committed to providing an atmosphere of development and training for our employees. We offer competitive wages and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision options, disability insurance, life insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, and paid time off. Here at Garden State Laboratories, Inc., our culture is family, and we promote a diversified and inclusive work environment. If you are interested in an environmental services career, this is an opportunity you should consider.

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