WWW Laboratory Assistant II - Department of Public Works

Baltimore City

7d•$49,363 - $80,455•Onsite

About The Position

A Laboratory Assistant II prepares a variety of samples and specimens for testing, sterilizes equipment, maintains the laboratory in clean condition, and performs routine tests under the supervision of chemists or technologists. This role involves no supervisory duties. Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class may work a rotating shift, weekends, and holidays. Work is performed in a laboratory environment where incumbents may be exposed to heat, infectious diseases, and toxic chemicals. The work requires minimal physical exertion, though there may be periods of prolonged walking or standing.

Requirements

An associate of science degree in laboratory technology or the chemical or biological sciences from an accredited college.
One year of experience in laboratory work may be substituted for each year of the education requirement.
Knowledge of laboratory procedures, equipment and terminology.
Knowledge of the fundamentals of the metric system.
Ability to perform routine laboratory tests.
Ability to clean and sterilize laboratory equipment, instruments and glassware.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
Ability to prepare media and solutions.
Must complete a mandatory six-months probation period.
Education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency.

Nice To Haves

Positions in the Department of Public Works may require a valid Maryland Class C Noncommercial driver's license or equivalent out-of-state driver's license acceptable to the Office of Risk Management.
Employees assigned to this class who analyze drinking water must successfully complete periodic lab certification performance tests administered by the Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.