Laboratory Technician

2 weeks ago

Grand Forks, United States City of Grand Forks Full time
Description

To perform chemical, microbiological, and physical technical work on raw and potable water, wastewater, and stormwater to ensure compliance with all Federal, State and local guidelines.

Examples of Duties
  1. Collect samples of raw and potable water, wastewater, and stormwater and prepare samples for laboratory analysis using appropriate chain of custody, containers, preservation techniques, and holding times. 
  2. Enter sample information into the data management system.
  3. Perform basic microbiological analysis of water and wastewater.
  4. Generate reports of sampling activities and maintain sampling equipment.
  5. Collect, receive and login samples from internal and external customers.  Use lab software to generate analysis bench sheets. Receive, review and enter data from subcontract labs.
  6. Wash and prepare laboratory glassware. Clean and disinfect laboratory areas;
  7. Perform the deployment and collection of composite samples from industrial waste streams;
  8. Act as courier for water and wastewater samples;
  9. Obtain a thorough knowledge of City policies, services, programs, and accepted business practices to insure compliance with all governing statutes;
  10. Meet the public with a high regard for courtesy and politeness, while maintaining the City's integrity and security pertinent to the overall operations; and
  11. Perform various other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor, either temporary or permanent.
  12. Maintain a variety of records and logs including water and wastewater analysis, quality assurance, control charts and logbooks; prepare a variety of reports to meet the project needs of the client; prepare invoice reports for administrative staff to invoice clients.
  13. Maintain legally defensible data and records.  Prepare, preserve, and maintain chain of custody of samples; maintain sample tracking logs that meet regulatory requirements.
  14. Assist with maintaining lab equipment and chemical inventory. Procure lab supplies and equipment in accordance with City purchasing policy. Assist with troubleshooting instruments and analysis.
Typical Qualifications

Knowledge: Operations, services and activities of a water and wastewater testing program: Modern and basic principles and practices of mathematics, chemistry, bacteriology, biology and physics; Chemical, biological, bacteriological and physical characteristics of drinking water, wastewater, and biosolids; Basic Qualitative and quantitative analysis involving organic and inorganic physical chemistry; Laboratory procedures, techniques and equipment relating to water, wastewater, and industrial waste analysis; Occupational hazards and standard safety practices; Modern laboratory procedures, methods and computer equipment; Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.
 
Skills: Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities; Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of making sound decisions and demonstrating intellectual capabilities; Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Abilities: Perform a variety of physical, chemical, and microbiological tests; Properly operate a variety of laboratory instruments and equipment; Analyze, interpret, and apply the results of laboratory testing; Conduct chemical, biological and physical analysis of environmental samples; Prepare clear, concise and technical reports; Maintain valid Environmental Protection Agency, North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality, and North Dakota Department of Health Laboratory Certification; Interpret and explain laboratory policies and procedures.

Supplemental Information

Experience:
Two to four years of experience conducting a variety of physical, chemical or biological tests in a research or analytical laboratory. 

Training:
 High School diploma. Associates degree from an accredited college with major course work in chemistry or a related physical sciences field preferred.

License or Certificate: 
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid driver's license.

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