Stormwater Sampler, Sample Pick-up Courier

Job Description

• Complete assigned sample pick-up routes, ranging from a few stops to approximately 20 client locations per day
• Pick up replenishment sampling kits and completed stormwater samples from assigned client locations
• Verify sample labels, physical Chains of Custody, packaging, separation, and documentation
• Provide replacement sampling kits to clients
• Communicate delays, wait times, scheduling issues, discrepancies, client concerns, and supply needs
• Follow assigned routes and obtain approval before making route changes
• Coordinate after-hours deliveries when necessary
• Deliver samples and required documentation to Frog Environmental the same day unless otherwise approved
• Maintain sample integrity and chain of custody during transportation
• Provide professional and courteous client service
• Monitor weather forecasts and deploy for authorized stormwater sampling assignments
• Collect stormwater samples according to permit requirements and company procedures within regulatory timeframes
• Follow contamination-prevention, safety, PPE, and clean-sampling procedures
• Photograph sampling locations and discharge points and submit same-day documentation
• Perform field pH testing
• Complete Chain of Custody and Sample Event Observation forms and label containers accurately
• Store samples on ice or under refrigeration as required
• Communicate sampling status and issues to Frog Environmental on the same day
• Deliver or ship samples and documentation promptly after collection
• Record work time, mileage, and expenses and submit documentation according to company procedures

Requirements

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable personal vehicle
• Automobile insurance required
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside Counties
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently while managing assigned routes and sampling activities
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, including accurate handling of samples and documentation
• Ability to follow sampling, safety, chain-of-custody, and other established procedures
• Strong professional communication skills
• Ability to use a personal cell phone for work-related communication, documentation, and navigation
• Ability to complete required training
• Background check required
• Ability to safely handle and transport sample containers, coolers, sampling kits, and related supplies
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to work outdoors in rain and varying weather conditions

Benefits

• Eligible incentives
• Required initial sampling training paid at $50.00 per hour for approximately two hours
• $200 sampling incentive for successfully sampling 1–2 assigned client facilities during a deployment
• $50 for each additional client facility successfully sampled during the same deployment
• $5 for each eligible scheduled sample pick-up stop completed in accordance with program requirements
• Mileage reimbursement at the applicable California mileage reimbursement rate
• Cell phone reimbursement in accordance with Company policy and applicable California law
• All required work time is paid
• Overtime paid in accordance with applicable California law
• At least two hours of pay per deployment, or any greater amount required by applicable California law
• Compensation and benefits programs and opportunities for growth and development