CR.343.XXX.JC3.Lab Analyst I.NP

Job Description

Job Description

Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications: High school diploma or GED
Possess a valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of at least twelve semester units in chemistry or bacteriology
Laboratory certification at the appropriate level when required by the State
One year of laboratory testing and analysis experience
One year of experience with knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and related experiences; procedures and materials used in chemical, biochemical, and bacteriological tests and analyses; laboratory safety and equipment and material care and maintenance
Knowledge of the principles and methods of biological and chemical sewage analyses, effects and problems of industrial waste in water/wastewater treatment processes; safe work practices
Proficient in the use of computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and to enter data into a maintenance management system

Responsibilities:
Duties and Responsibilities:
Performs a variety of chemical, biochemical, and bacteriological tests
Uses laboratory equipment and materials
Safely and efficiently conducts chemical analyses and makes evaluative conclusions.
Performs routine computations, maintains records, and prepares reports
Understands and carries out oral and written instructions
Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with those contacted during the course of work
Maintains a comprehensive quality assurance program based on the established guidelines
Conducts and assists in conducting a variety of chemical, biochemical and bacteriological tests of plant influent and effluent and receiving bodies
Analyzes a variety of samples, including digester samples, raw sludge samples
Runs tests to determine amounts and degrees of pH, alkalinity, volatile acids, total solids, density, dissolved oxygen, organic material content, coliform bacteria, and residual chlorine
May run a variety of chemical and bacteriological tests on industrial wastes
Operates a variety of laboratory equipment including pH meters, balances, furnaces, autoclaves, titrators, incubators, and calculators
Assists with performing pilot study activities
Maintains, cleans and cares for laboratory equipment and material
Assists in keeping laboratory records and preparing laboratory reports
Collects water, wastewater, gas, and sludge samples for analysis
Performs other duties as required