Plant Lab Technician

About the Role

Monitors waste treatment effluent flow by sampling and testing discharge water at various sources for metal analysis and ph control. Records all results on Waste Water Lab Analysis.

Responsibilities

• Clean IWP-00154 and IWP-00075 twenty-four hour composite bottles daily.
• Collect twenty-four hour composite bottles and obtain samples.
• Calibrate all testing equipment before operating.
• Test twenty-four hour samples daily for compliance and record.
• Collect samples once every hour from IWP-00154 and IWP-00075 waste treatment systems, and test using:
• ph meter
• atomic absorption spectrophotometer
• Hach DR/2010 spectrophotometer
• Record all test results on wastewater lab analysis forms.
• Alert the line leader or department manager of any discrepancies such as an out of range limit, and rising range limits.
• Resample more frequently if problems occur until problem is under control.
• Sample and test water from other areas in the plant upon department manager's request.
• Collect, test, and record split samples with outside laboratory and Dade County inspectors when necessary.
• Report any analysis or equipment discrepancies to the department supervisor or the department manager immediately.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES There are no Supervisory Responsibilities for this position.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Chemistry or related Sciences, or related position as Lab Technician with a minimum of five years experience in the same field of work.