Water Quality Laboratory Technician

City of Watsonville•Watsonville, CA

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

This recruitment will be used to establish an employment list for future vacancies. The Water Quality Laboratory Technician functions at a journey level of classification and is responsible for performing a wide variety of technical laboratory analyses and duties. They receive general supervision from the Water Quality Chemist and the Laboratory Manager.

Requirements

College course work in chemistry, biology, and biochemistry or a closely related science
One year working experience in performing chemical laboratory assistance assignments
A valid Class C California Driver’s license including a safe driving record
Ability to perform a variety of laboratory tests involving the chemical, physical, and biological analyses of water and sludge
Ability to operate, maintain, and calibrate analytical instruments and equipment
Ability to gather appropriate samples for testing and analysis
Ability to interpret laboratory data
Ability to prepare testing media and reagents
Ability to keep accurate and legible records and prepare clear concise reports
Ability to use a keyboard
Ability to bend, stoop, and squat to gather samples
Ability to use fine hand manipulation intermittently
Ability to twist to reach equipment surrounding work area and to gather samples
Ability to distinguish colors of certain fluids
Ability to hear adequately to converse on a telephone and in person
Ability to work indoors, using near vision for prolonged periods
Ability to work outside, walking on uneven ground
Ability to work with chemical, influent, bacteria, and landfill gas
Ability to drive an automobile
Ability to climb stairs
Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate in both oral and written forms
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties

Nice To Haves

Grade I Laboratory Analyst Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association or equivalent

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of laboratory chemical, biological, and bacteriological analyses to determine compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies and for plant process control
Performs chemical and bacteriological analyses for the Water Division
Performs qualitative and quantitative analyses of drinking water, groundwater, wastewater, and sludge samples
Maintains detailed records of laboratory tests and prepares related reports as assigned
Performs quality assurance tests
Collects samples and maintains sampling equipment
Trains plant personnel in safe and proper laboratory methods and practices
Requisitions laboratory supplies
Prepares chemical reagents, lab supplies, and glassware for use in analyses
Maintains the laboratory in a clean, neat, orderly condition
Performs related duties similar to the above in scope and function as required