What are the responsibilities and job description for the INTERNAL ONLY - Laboratory Technician position at Clean Water Services?
Note: The following opportunity is open only to regular, probationary, and temporary employees who are currently employed by Clean Water Services.
(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. The District may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)- Collect samples and perform field analyses at industrial, stormwater, municipal wastewater, and watershed monitoring sites; label, preserve, split samples; install, program, and maintain monitoring and sampling equipment; and maintain chain of custody requirements according to prescribed procedures.
- Perform basic laboratory analyses such as, but not limited to: pH, alkalinity, conductivity, turbidity, solids, and E. coli; including preparation of reagents and standards.
- Clean, wash, and maintain laboratory equipment and glassware according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Perform data entry, sample log-in, container labeling, and documentation.
- Adhere to established QA/QC standards and accepted laboratory procedures.
- Train in the performance of complex manual and instrumental analyses.
- Drive a District vehicle for work related purposes.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Reagents, equipment and protocols used in wastewater lab settings
Laboratory sampling methods and techniques
Basic wet bench chemistry procedures
Laboratory QA/QC
Pertinent safety practices and procedures.
SKILL IN:
Laboratory sampling and preservation
Operating laboratory testing equipment
Cleaning lab glassware, dishes, and equipment
Use of computers and computer software for record keeping, spreadsheet applications and database use
ABILITY TO:
Understand and follow oral and written directions and procedures
Recognize deviations from normal sampling and analysis conditions
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including a variety of District officials, industrial clients, and the general public
Operate effectively in a team environment
Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:
The following are the minimum qualifications for this position.
6 months performing similar work in field and laboratory environments.
High School Diploma or equivalent, and college coursework in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or closely related science.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
Upon selection, candidate must possess and maintain a valid State issued driver’s license.
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.
Salary : $35 - $36
