Senior Laboratory Technician

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Laboratory Technician to join our team at the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago. The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting routine chemical, biological, and microbiological analyses of sewage sludge, industrial waste, water, and other materials produced or disposed of by the District.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assign, supervise, and review the work of laboratory technicians, plan their work schedules, and lead designated work groups in carrying out their assignments.
  • Monitor assigned research projects, train subordinate lab technicians and lab assistants, and provide input into Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Assurance Plans (QAPs).
  • Perform sample analysis according to defined procedures, conduct analysis of special samples, and prepare reports as directed.
  • Inspect and test laboratory equipment, perform or recommend required maintenance or replacement, and maintain repair logs and inventory logs of laboratory equipment and supplies.

Requirements

  • Graduation from a standard senior high school or the equivalent, two years of full-time study at an accredited college or university majoring in chemistry, biology, or a science curriculum involving chemical or biological laboratory work.
  • Three years of full-time paid experience in a chemical or biological laboratory preparing laboratory apparatus and performing routine analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Additional full-time study at an accredited college or university majoring in chemistry, biology, or a science curriculum involving chemical or biological laboratory work may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.
  • Full-time paid experience in a chemical or biological laboratory performing analyses, such as BOD, COD, suspended solids, pH, standard tests on oils and greases, or other similar routine analyses, may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Working Conditions

The successful candidate may be exposed to a variety of chemical and biological materials, some of which may be hazardous or toxic. May involve exposure to fumes and noxious odors.


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