Environmental Sampler

DEPARTMENT:  Operations and Projects
REPORTS TO:  Laboratory Supervisor
FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt

Full Time, Hourly, Day Shift

Position Description:

This position is responsible for the collection of environmental samples. This job includes sampling monitor wells, collecting soil samples and other environmental requirements as needed. Performing maintenance on equipment utilized in sampling (generators, e-lines, pump jacks, downhole water well pump systems, minor electrical components, and flow meters, etc.).  A strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance is required.

Responsibilities:

• Operate generators and starter boxes to collect water samples from monitor wells.
• Operate environmental field equipment (pH meters, conductivity, temperature, starter box and ORP instruments).
• Collect samples from various locations and perform limited laboratory analysis of selected samples.
• Work with contractors and others to help collect water samples from low performing wells. Some require the use of a water bailer.
• Conduct required operations and safety inspections and maintain required written records.
• Maintain required operations monitoring data and information in written and/or electronic records.
• Operate a pickup and equipment utilized in the daily operations.  A side by side might be required during poor weather conditions.
• Troubleshoot instruments and equipment problems and complete minor maintenance activities; complete minor repairs to piping and equipment.
• Demonstrate strong commitment to safety.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To qualify for this position an individual must be knowledgeable of basic environmental sampling and have a willingness to learn and follow company procedures for the safe and efficient operation of daily activities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by the company.
• Ability to work productively with minimal supervision and communicate effectively with supervisors, other operators and co-workers.
• Must be able to read and write and perform basic math including multiplication and division.
• Ability to troubleshoot and correct malfunctions of equipment or other anticipated conditions.
• A high school diploma.
• Experience in environmental sampling.
• Experience with basic maintenance of sampling instruments, pumps and motors, pump jacks and generators.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, company procedures, and memos.
• Ability to write and maintain records.
• Ability to deal with vendors in the specification and ordering of required supplies.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals and compute rate, ratio, and percentages.
• Ability to use basic computer word processing and spreadsheet programs (i.e. Word, Excel,).
• Ability to effectively use a computer based industrial plant operations system.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.   The employee may occasionally lift 50-100 pounds, and routinely lift and move 20 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to hazards typically associated with a uranium ISR plant facility which includes the presence of low levels of radioactive materials and radiation, low to moderate noises levels, moving equipment, slips on wet surfaces, and trips related to uneven ground and facility equipment.  The work environment is typically outdoors but indoor work is required on occasion to complete inspections and other duties. Therefore, on occasion the employee can be exposed to inclement weather including cold, hot, snow, rain, mud, etc.

What we can offer:

Competitive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including fully paid group health insurance (low-deductible PPO plan with 70% dependent premium coverage), dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, short-term disability, fuel allowance, and boot reimbursement. In addition, employees receive 80 hours of paid holidays annually, along with three to five weeks of paid time off (PTO) based on position, experience, and tenure, and one week of sick leave, accrued per pay period on a biweekly payroll schedule.

About us:

Strata Energy operates the Ross Project in northeastern Wyoming, which is the only low-pH in-situ uranium recovery facility in the United States. As demand for uranium continues to grow both domestically and abroad, Strata is entering a period of significant growth, powering the future with innovation while maintaining a strong commitment to safe and responsible operations.

Location:

Approximately 1 hour away for Gillette, Wyoming

Approximately ½ hour away for Moorcroft, Wyoming

Approximately 50 minutes away for Sundance, Wyoming

Approximately 45 minutes away for Hulett, Wyoming