MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major course work in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Medical technology or a related field.
• Two (2) years of responsible laboratory experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass a Drug Screen.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a municipal water and wastewater laboratory.
• Experience in laboratory QA/QC requirements.

• Performs procedures such as gas chromatography and testing for ammonia, fluoride, pH, chloride, alkalinity, and other harmful elements; and performs organic chemical extractions and priority pollutant tests.
• Maintains safety of environmental hazards in compliance with local, state and federal regulations, including chemical and sample custody, storage and disposal; prevents pollution; and minimized waste production.
• Reviews and interprets peer and self-generated data for accuracy and completeness.
• Participates in internal and external audits. Facilitates auditor with requested information and documentation; and submits analysis of proficiency testing samples both internally and externally.
• Troubleshoots and ensures continuous improvement of equipment and analytical methods.
• Edits current laboratory operating procedures to conform to existing practices, methods and NELAP criteria. Creates new operating procedures, as needed; and provides analysts with most current method processes.
• Works to continually enhance knowledge and skills. Attends quality control and safety training, including cross training and vendor webinars.
• Performs other related duties as required.