Laboratory Analyst

Englewood Water District • Englewood, FL

4d • $27 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for testing samples of water and wastewater, performing a variety of chemical and microbiological analyses on samples collected, and performing chemical and physical analysis on samples of water and wastewater effluent, influent, aeration basins, digesters, clarifiers, etc. This position must obtain IDOC for all applicable testing methods and maintain Proficiency Testing (PT) per the Laboratory Quality Manual.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles of organic and inorganic chemistry including qualitative and quantitative analysis relates to the operation of water/wastewater treatment.
• Knowledge of modern chemical laboratory procedures, techniques, equipment, and their use.
• Knowledge of physics, physical chemistry, and biochemistry.
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions required in using chemicals and reagents in performing laboratory tests.
• Ability to perform research work on problems of a chemical nature.
• Ability to prepare clear and accurate scientific reports.
• Ability to prepare compliance monitoring reports.
• Ability to work overtime and/or be on call.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

Nice To Haves

• A Water and/or Wastewater Operator’s License will be considered in lieu of the Bachelor’s degree.
• Two (2) years of experience in laboratory work associated with water/wastewater testing procedures monitoring treatment efficiency and process control.

Responsibilities

• Conducts regular and special analysis of samples to validate the efficiency of treatment and to determine chemical and microbiological constituents (including, but not limited to, biochemical oxygen demand, dissolved oxygen, chlorine demand and residual, nutrient analysis, suspended and dissolved solids, chloride, sulfate, alkalinity, metals, and total and fecal coliforms.)
• Verifies and interprets data submitted; processes data and prepares results for submission to regulatory agencies.
• Operates, maintains, and repairs analytical instrumentation as needed.
• Calibrates and adjusts laboratory equipment as required.
• Keeps abreast of changing regulations and modifies methods and/or procedures to ensure compliance.
• Ensures maintenance of laboratory certification.
• Prepares and maintains records and reports.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level