What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sample Technician position at City of Hopewell, VA?
Description
Performs skilled field sampling and compliance monitoring of wastewaters to determine pollutant characteristics for the facility, support sound environmental practices in the preservation and improvement of water quality, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under limited supervision. This position is considered essential personnel.
Examples of Duties
- Observes and collects wastewater samples as assigned in accordance with standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Operates, calibrates, and maintains water quality monitoring instruments for optimum performance and precise analysis.
- Prepares and maintains accurate and legible records (ex. calibrations, sample collection field log, sample receipt log, etc.).
- Cleans and maintains equipment, glassware, instrumentation, and work area in accordance with standard operating procedures and good laboratory practices.
- Conducts industrial sampling as required.
- Conducts water quality monitoring as required.
- Conducts H2O Renewal self-monitoring and process sampling as required.
- Maintains, calibrates, and programs all automatic sampling and monitoring meters and equipment.
- Conducts sampling and monitoring on special studies and events.
- Performs special projects and other duties may be assigned as deemed necessary and appropriate.
Typical Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience:
- Associates/Technical degree in chemistry, biology, or related field and moderate experience in laboratory analysis, water or wastewater sampling techniques, wastewater treatment plant operations, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Licenses and/or Certifications:
- Valid driver’s license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- Obtain Emissions certification within one year.
Knowledge:
- Thorough knowledge of monitoring principles, practices, and techniques.
- Thorough knowledge of sampling procedures and quality assurance principles.
- Working knowledge of industrial wastewater treatment works.
- Basic working knowledge of instrumentation, standard laboratory and field equipment, and techniques
- Knowledge of personal computers and commercial software.
- Working knowledge of instrumentation.
Skills:
- Quantitative, research, analytical, and written communication skills.
- Basic computer skills to include Microsoft Office applications
- Skill in the use and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and techniques.
- Organization skills.
Abilities:
- Ability to work in a team environment and self-directed environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing and orally.
- Ability to analyze and evaluate numerical data.
- Ability to perform work in a safe and timely manner
- Ability to pass analytical proficiency tests as established by Federal and State Regulations.
- Ability to work rotating weekends and holidays.
Supplemental Information
Work Environment:
- Work is primarily performed indoors, but is exposed to temperature changes (warehouses, covered loading docks, garages, etc.) or extreme noise, odors, heights, dust, fumes, or hazardous materials.
Essential Physical Activities:
- Stooping, crouching, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, hearing, seeing up close, seeing far away, kneeling, reaching, pushing, talking, standing, finger movement, repetitive motions, depth perception
- Typical weight handled: up to 50lbs
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.