Science Technician (Water Sampling)

City of Philadelphia, PAPhiladelphia, PA
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About The Position

This is technical work performing a variety of assignments in support of engineering, scientific and medical projects in the Health or Water Departments. Employees perform such assignments as water quality investigations, collecting and evaluating water, wastewater and sludge samples, preparing preliminary mechanical, electrical or electronic designs and plans and making minor changes to designs and plans when necessitated by operational efficiency and field conditions for the Water Sampling specialty. The employees perform these assignments in support of engineering or technical staff in a water or wastewater plant, or in support of engineering, scientific, medical or technical staff engaged in laboratory testing and analysis for a Health or Water Department laboratory, or in research and development or a related function. This class differs from similar classes by the diversity of the assignments. Work may involve shift work and disagreeable aspects. Work is performed under the supervision of an engineering, scientific, medical, administrative or technical superior.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of experience in a related field
  • Completion of a two-year vocational/accredited college program in engineering, construction, architectural or medical technology, engineering, biology, chemistry, or environmental studies

Responsibilities

  • Perform water quality investigations
  • Collect and evaluate water, wastewater, and sludge samples
  • Prepare preliminary mechanical, electrical, or electronic designs and plans
  • Make minor changes to designs and plans as needed
  • Support engineering or technical staff in water or wastewater plants
  • Assist in laboratory testing and analysis for Health or Water Department laboratories
  • Engage in research and development or related functions

Benefits

  • Free Commute on SEPTA
  • Tuition Discounts and Scholarships
  • Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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What This Job Offers

Career Level

Entry Level

Industry

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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