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Laboratory Tech III or IV
Central Office - Waco, Texas
SUMMARY OF POSITION: The purpose of this position is to conduct quality analysis of water and/or wastewater as part of a team for the Brazos River Authority (BRA). This is accomplished by analyzing samples according to established laboratory procedures; evaluating the treatment of chemicals to verify material quality; assisting with analytical needs of special projects; calibrating, verifying, and troubleshooting instrumentation; entering daily analytical and operational data into spreadsheets, databases, and regulatory reports; and assisting the Deputy Quality Assurance Officer and/or the Lab Manager in developing standard operating procedures for assigned analyses. Other responsibilities include gathering samples from various BRA locations; collecting, receiving, and shipping samples; completing analyses; performing required equipment maintenance; and any other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Knowledge of scientific procedures, general laboratory techniques, basic statistics, and computer operation. Skill/Ability to operate a computer; operate specified laboratory instrumentation; maintain accurate records and a laboratory notebook; perform basic equipment maintenance and follow basic laboratory procedures. Demonstrate proficiency in oral and written communication; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers. Familiarity with wet chemistry analysis, spectroscopy, fluorometry, ion chromatography, and flow injection analyses is a plus.
ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Work requires broad knowledge in a scientific profession or technical field. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, ecology, and/or environmental studies or an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience. A minimum of sixteen (16) college credit hours in chemistry and biology and four (4) college credit hours of general microbiology (may be obtained after employment). A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of knowledge and experience is required
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Texas driver's license and a good driving record.
SALARY RANGE AND POSITION:
Based on experience and qualifications the position could be one of the below levels.
$21.65 to $27.61 per hour Lab Tech III
$23.26 to $29.65 per hour Lab Tech IV
Each of these positions is non-exempt.
POSTING DATE: January 4, 2024 Open until filled.
BRAZOS RIVER AUTHORITY: The BRA was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 and exists to develop, manage, and protect the water resources of the Brazos River Basin. Today, BRA's staff develops and distributes water supplies, provides water and wastewater treatment, monitors water quality, and pursues water conservation through public education programs. The BRA is looking for dedicated individuals who are team and customer-focused, perform their jobs ethically and with integrity, are adaptable and embrace diversity, seek innovative and creative ways to conduct business, have a desire to grow with a great organization, and are committed to the mission and goals of the BRA.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: All applicants, including employees, must submit an online Application for Employment Form to the Brazos River Authority, by way of the Brazos River Authority Web site at www.brazos.org. Click on Careers, then Employment Opportunities, then click here for a list of available positions, then click on the position to start the application process.
Full Time
Public Administration
$55k-74k (estimate)
09/27/2023
01/04/2029
brazos.org
GRAHAM, TX
200 - 500
1929
$50M - $200M
Public Administration
The Brazos River Authority was created by the Texas Legislature in 1929 as the first government entity in the United States created specifically for the purpose of developing and managing the water resources of an entire river basin. Today, the BRA's staff of more than 250 develop and distribute water supplies, provide water and wastewater treatment, monitor water quality, and pursue water conservation through public education programs. The Brazos River Authority is entirely self-supporting, except for occasional governmental grants to help pay the costs of specific projects. The BRA does not ...levy or collect taxes; rather maintains and operates reservoirs and treatment systems using revenues from the customers it serves. Our Social Media Terms of Use: https://www.brazos.org/Social-Media-Terms-of-Use
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