CLINT WALKER
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Laboratory Technician II with 12+ years of hands-on laboratory experience, including sample receiving, laboratory operations, quality control, training, and environmental testing. Currently working in the Dioxin Laboratory at Pace Analytical, with experience preparing samples for dioxin and PCB analysis using multiple EPA methods. Experienced with managing laboratory workflow, meeting holding times, maintaining quality and safety standards, and training new employees. Reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician II Dioxin Laboratory
Pace Analytical
Minneapolis, MN
01.2021 - Current
- Prepare environmental samples for dioxin and PCB analysis from initial batch setup through final transfer to the analyst.
- Perform batch setup and holding-time checks using the Avalon laboratory system.
- Weigh and prepare samples for extraction and complete 16-18 hour extraction procedures.
- Perform sample concentration and cleanup using silica and carbon column cleanup procedures.
- Perform nitrogen blowdown and final spiking before transferring prepared samples to the analyst.
- Work with methods including EPA 1613B, EPA 1668A/1668C, EPA 8290/8290A, EPA 8280A, Method 23/TO-9A, EPA 1614, and PAM-1613D SST.
- Work with chlorinated biphenyl congeners, including the 209-congener PCB list, as part of environmental sample preparation.
- Maintain accurate documentation and follow laboratory SOPs, quality-control requirements, and safety procedures.
- Help keep sample preparation moving efficiently while maintaining quality and meeting required holding times.
- Assist with troubleshooting laboratory issues and communicating problems to analysts and supervisors.
- Participate in the Safety Committee and help promote safe laboratory practices.
- Train and assist new employees with laboratory procedures, equipment, workflow, and safety requirements.
- Have trained and helped develop more than 50 employees throughout my laboratory career.
- Serve as a dependable resource for coworkers and help keep daily laboratory operations organized and on schedule.
Laboratory Technician / Lead
Pace Analytical
Minneapolis, MN
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Returned to Pace Analytical and continued working in laboratory operations.
- Worked as a Lead while gaining additional experience with environmental laboratory procedures.
- Coordinated daily work, assisted coworkers, and helped maintain production and quality expectations.
- Transitioned into the Dioxin Laboratory in 2021.
Clinical Trainer
Medox Clinical and Forensics
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Trained laboratory personnel on clinical and forensic laboratory procedures.
- Assisted employees with learning new processes and maintaining proper laboratory practices.
- Communicated technical information clearly to employees with different levels of laboratory experience.
- Helped maintain consistency and quality during laboratory operations.
- Worked in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, documentation, and communication were important.
Lead Sample Receiving / Laboratory Operations
Pace Analytical
Minneapolis, MN
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Started at Pace Analytical in Sample Receiving and progressed into a Lead position.
- Received, logged, organized, and prepared environmental samples for laboratory analysis.
- Helped coordinate daily workflow and made sure samples were processed correctly and on time.
- Worked closely with laboratory staff to resolve sample and documentation issues.
- Trained employees on sample receiving procedures, laboratory expectations, and safety.
- Maintained accurate records while working in a high-volume laboratory environment.
- Developed strong experience with laboratory organization, time management, communication, and quality requirements.
Education
High School Diploma - MNCNC Machining / Manufacturing Technology
Saint Paul Technical College
Saint PaulSkills
- Environmental sample preparation
- Dioxin and PCB sample preparation
- Chlorinated Biphenyl Congeners 209 List
- EPA Method 1613B
- EPA Methods 1668A / 1668C
- EPA Methods 8290 / 8290A
- EPA Method 8280A
- EPA Method 1614
- Method 23 / TO-9A
- PAM-1613D SST
- Sample extraction
- Silica and carbon column cleanup
- Nitrogen blowdown
- Sample concentration
- Final spiking
- Avalon laboratory system
- Holding-time management
- Quality control
- Laboratory safety
- Employee training
- Workflow coordination
- Documentation and record keeping
- Troubleshooting
- Time management
Personal Information
Title: Laboratory Technician II
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- More than 12 years of laboratory experience
- Progressed from Sample Receiving into Lead and technical laboratory roles
- Experienced in both environmental and clinical/forensic laboratory settings
- Trained 50+ employees throughout laboratory career
- Experienced working with detailed EPA methods and laboratory SOPs
- Strong understanding of laboratory workflow, quality, safety, and documentation
- Comfortable learning new equipment, methods, and processes
- Dependable team member with experience working independently and helping others
Timeline
Laboratory Technician II Dioxin Laboratory
Pace Analytical
01.2021 - Current
Laboratory Technician / Lead
Pace Analytical
01.2019 - 01.2021
Clinical Trainer
Medox Clinical and Forensics
01.2018 - 01.2019
Lead Sample Receiving / Laboratory Operations
Pace Analytical
01.2014 - 01.2018
High School Diploma - MNCNC Machining / Manufacturing Technology
Saint Paul Technical College