Laboratory Technician
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The Position
The Regulatory Affairs Department is seeking a Laboratory Technician for its Laboratory Services program. The Laboratory Technician collects, records, preserves, and transports samples from field locations to the laboratory performs basic chemical analyses supports laboratory functions with proper cleaning, labeling, and documentation procedures.Applicants who apply for this position may be considered to fill future temporary Laboratory Technician vacancies.
Essential Functions
(The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. The District may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)
- Collect samples and perform field analyses at industrial, stormwater, municipal wastewater, and watershed monitoring sites label, preserve, split samples install, program, and maintain monitoring and sampling equipment and maintain chain of custody requirements according to prescribed procedures.
- Perform basic laboratory analyses such as, but not limited to: pH, alkalinity, conductivity, turbidity, solids, and E. coli including preparation of reagents and standards.
- Clean, wash, and maintain laboratory equipment and glassware according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Perform data entry, sample log-in, container labeling, and documentation.
- Adhere to established QA/QC standards and accepted laboratory procedures.
- Train in the performance of complex manual and instrumental analyses.
- Drive a District vehicle for work related purposes.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE OF:
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Reagents, equipment and protocols used in wastewater lab settings
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Laboratory sampling methods and techniques
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Basic wet bench chemistry procedures
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Laboratory QA/QC
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Pertinent safety practices and procedures.
SKILL IN:
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Laboratory sampling and preservation
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Operating laboratory testing equipment
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Cleaning lab glassware, dishes, and equipment
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Use of computers and computer software for record keeping, spreadsheet applications and database use
ABILITY TO:
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Understand and follow oral and written directions and procedures
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Recognize deviations from normal sampling and analysis conditions
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Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including a variety of District officials, industrial clients, and the general public
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Operate effectively in a team environment
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Communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required KSA’s would be:
6 months performing similar work in field and laboratory environments.
High School Diploma or equivalent, and college coursework in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or closely related science.
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:
Upon selection, candidate must possess and maintain a valid State issued drivers license.
Additional Information
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Reasonable Accommodation:
Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.
Clean Water Services offers qualified employees the opportunity to choose benefits and plans that meet both individual and family needs. In addition to a competitive salary, Clean Water Services offers employees a comprehensive benefit packet that includes health coverage, Oregon Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS/OPSRP), flexible spending account, deferred compensation, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, goal sharing bonus, and more. Further information for full-time regular represented employees can be found here (Download PDF reader).
Depending on hours worked and duration of the position, temporary employees may qualify for an offer of medical benefits, deferred compensation, and employee discounts. Temporary employees are eligible for sick leave at the rate of .0334 per hour worked upon beginning employment and may carry over up to 40 hours into the next calendar year.
