Lab Analyst

Comments/Special Instructions

• THIS IS A TEMP-TO-HIRE POSITION

Qualifications:

• Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or GED
•  Possess a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of at least twelve semester units in chemistry or bacteriology
• Laboratory certification at the appropriate level when required by the State
• One year of laboratory testing and analysis experience
• One year of experience with knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and related experiences; procedures and materials used in chemical, biochemical, and bacteriological tests and analyses; laboratory safety and equipment and material care and maintenance
• Knowledge of the principles and methods of biological and chemical sewage analyses, effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes; safe work practices
• Proficient in the use of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and to enter data into a maintenance management system

Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of chemical, biochemical, and bacteriological tests
• Uses laboratory equipment and materials
• Safely and efficiently conducts chemical analyses and makes evaluative conclusions.
• Performs routine computations, maintains records, and prepares reports
• Understands and carries out oral and written instructions
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work
• Maintains a comprehensive quality assurance program based on the established guidelines
• Conducts and assists in conducting a variety of chemical, biochemical and bacteriological tests of plant influent and effluent and receiving bodies
• Analyzes a variety of samples, including digester samples, raw sludge samples
• Runs tests to determine amounts and degrees of pH, alkalinity, volatile acids, total solids, density, dissolved oxygen, organic material content, coliform bacteria, and residual chlorine
• May run a variety of chemical and bacteriological tests on industrial wastes
• Operates a variety of laboratory equipment including pH meters, balances, furnaces, autoclaves, titrators, incubators, and calculators
• Assists with performing pilot study activities
• Maintains, cleans and cares for laboratory equipment and material
• Assists in keeping laboratory records and preparing laboratory reports
• Collects water, wastewater, gas, and sludge samples for analysis
• Performs other duties as required