LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II (SR-13) [1 vacancy]

Be Part of the Team That Keeps Honolulu’s Water Safe and Clean The Honolulu Board of Water Supply, Water Quality Branch is hiring a Laboratory Technician II. This position, under the supervision of professional microbiologists, performs a wide variety of field and laboratory tasks and tests to assist the Water Microbiologists. What You’ll Do Collect drinking water samples from designated sampling sites, employing sterile techniques as prescribed by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency standards. Assist in all phases of microbiological analyses of drinking water samples and independently complete certain phases. Decontaminate, clean and sterilize all of the glassware used in the laboratory. Respond to consumer complaints regarding drinking water irregularities such as odd taste, odor, color, turbidity or suspected water‑related illness. Assist in maintaining lab data program and input and compile data as directed. Operate a motor vehicle to perform field sample collection work. Special Working Conditions May be subject to falls, cuts, toxic gases, burns, infections, waterborne diseases, and viral diseases. Benefits Excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and more. Education Requirement Equivalent to graduation from high school, including or supplemented by some coursework in science involving the application of laboratory procedures and techniques. Experience Requirement Three (3) years of laboratory work experience in a chemical, biological, or microbiological laboratory. Substitution A Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with major work in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or a closely related natural science field may be substituted for the three years of laboratory work experience. The degree must include substantial coursework in the natural sciences that involved the application of laboratory procedures and techniques. If you have relevant education other than a bachelor’s degree, list it clearly in the education section and attach an official transcript; relevant education will be considered on a credit‑by‑credit basis. Applicable Skills Knowledge of the techniques and equipment used in laboratory analysis. Knowledge of the operation and care of residual chlorine titrators, analytical balances, pH meters, autoclaves, biological incubators, conductivity meters, fluorometers, filtering devices, cameras, microscopes, residual chlorine kits, ovens, burners, and other laboratory apparatus. Knowledge of practices and procedures involved in recording, assembling, and compiling scientific observations and statistical data. Ability to make careful and accurate field tests and laboratory preparations. Ability to work closely with professional laboratory personnel and carry out assigned examinations and analyses independently. Ability to keep records of procedures, observations and results of field and laboratory tests. Ability to make field inspections and investigations in occasionally unpleasant surroundings. License Requirement Possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license is required. The current vacancy requires a valid driver’s license (automobile/Type 3) prior to appointment. At time of application, you must be a citizen, national, or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non‑citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment. If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job‑related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. False or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu. #J-18808-Ljbffr