Laboratory Technician - Wastewater Treatment Plant

Laboratory Technician - Wastewater Treatment Plant Posted: 5/4/2026 | Expiration: 8/4/2026 Primary Job Duties All duties of a WEPF Operator. Plans, organizes and performs all required and assigned lab analyses. Coordinates additional analyses with other certified laboratories as required. Maintains all required records of laboratory operations. Completes all required local, state and/or federal reports. Tracks and maintains inventories of chemicals, supplies and lab equipment. Coordinates with the Superintendent to purchase materials, supplies and equipment. Assists the Superintendent with planning and completing WEPF capital and maintenance projects, service contracts, etc. as assigned. Compiles data and reports for land application of bio‑solids. Coordinates with property owners, the Lorain County General Health District, state and federal environmental protection agencies as required and assigned. Assists with land application program. Assists in training new employees. Communicates with the public; strives to remedy problems/complaints; conducts plant tours. Complies with all environmental health and safety procedures, work rules, and regulations and directives established to prevent injury and/or to reduce hazards to themselves, fellow employees, municipal property, and the public. Reports unsafe conditions. Develops, prepares, conducts and participates in and completes all required safety and training programs. Ensures operations are conducted in accordance with local, state and federal law, standard operating procedures, accepted industry practice and general or special instructions from the Superintendent or the Public Works Director. Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent. College level coursework in Chemistry, Biology and/or equivalent laboratory experience preferred. Class II Wastewater Operator License and Class II Wastewater Analyst Certification. Must have mathematical ability, communication skills, planning, organizing and record‑keeping skills, knowledge of wastewater treatment processes and operations. Must be able to supervise co‑workers and function effectively as a team. Must have a telephone that can be reached for call‑outs and emergencies. Licenses and Certifications Valid Ohio Driver’s License. Valid Ohio Class B Commercial Driver's License with Tanker and Air Brake endorsement within 12 months of date of hire. Class II Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Certification or ability to obtain certification within 24 months of date of hire. Class II Wastewater Laboratory Analyst Certification or ability to obtain certification within 24 months of date of hire. Contact Employer: City of Oberlin Contact: Rosalind Watson Work Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Website: #J-18808-Ljbffr Southeast Ohio Water Environment Association