What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Lab technician- Part time position at Southwest Utah Public Health Department?
Performs a variety of�duties�related to the knowledge of aseptic sampling procedures and basic sample handling procedures; understanding of chain-of-custody and laboratory safety protocol; and the ability to operate sensitive electronic equipment in performing colorimetric analytical procedures.
May be required to stay at or return to work during public health incidents and/or emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normally assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
- Record analytical results using internet-based software
- Perform water sample analyses
- Communicate accurate reports to clients
- Ensure samples are stored, transported, and submitted to the lab properly
- Participate in Department emergency preparedness drills as needed
- Extensive travel (driving) throughout Washington, Iron, Garfield, Beaver, and Kane Counties may be required as part of main functions
- Assist Environmental Health personnel in performing laboratory functions
- Entering lab sample data accurately on lab reports and using department software
- Collect swimming pool samples
- Analyze water samples
- �� Education and Experience:
- A.
- High school diploma (preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of or coursework in Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry)
- OR
- B.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
May be required to stay at or return to work during public health incidents and/or emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normally assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.
- A pre-employment background check will be conducted on the selected candidate.�