Laboratory Technician (Public Works) - West Babylon

Suffolk County Government • West Babylon, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Suffolk County Department of Public Works is seeking a Laboratory Technician to work at their West Babylon, NY lab. Under direct supervision, an employee in this class performs routine, entry-level laboratory tests and assembles data on test results. The employee takes samples and performs tests pertaining to wastewater, water quality, mosquito identification, soil, concrete, etc. The employee may be assigned to a position in any one of several specialized fields. Performance is reviewed by a technical supervisor who checks and interprets test results, and by an administrative supervisor who reviews performance for adherence to established policies and procedures. Performs related work as required.

Requirements

• Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with an Associate's degree in one of the natural sciences (physical or biological); OR Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of technical laboratory experience; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).
• Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to possess a valid New York State Driver's license.
• Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Laboratory Aide.

Responsibilities

• Records test results and assembles data of water quality, biological sampling and mosquito numbers and species composition for interpretation by technical supervisors.
• Identifies non-target organisms, adult and larval mosquitoes, and various stages and species of ticks by microscope or other means.
• Performs chemical tests of water to determine the presence of industrial waste.
• Performs tests on bituminous specimens, soils, concrete etc.
• Performs microbiological and biological testing to identify total and fecal coliform bacteria concentration at various locations of the wastewater effluence.
• Records information on pollutant sources by monitoring and testing toxic materials in wastewater.
• Operates a variety of physical and chemical testing apparatus.
• Assists in the testing of new products and/or procedures.
• Sets up, breaks down and cleans test apparatus.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Suffolk offers a comprehensive health insurance plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Pension
• Paid Time Off: Vacation (2 weeks to start) is accrued based on length of service; sick leave allows employees to take time off for illness without sacrificing pay; personal days can be used for a variety of reasons; and thirteen (13) paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: County jobs offer regular working hours, reducing the need for overtime or irregular shifts. This helps employees maintain a good work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree