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
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