Pretreatment Laboratory Technician

If you are interested in environmental conservation and having a direct impact on your local community, this may be a great job opportunity for you! The City of Bangor is announcing an opening for a Pretreatment Laboratory Technician. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, assisting with the day-to-day operations of the environmental laboratory, as well as serve as a back-up Mechanic/Operator at the wastewater treatment plant approximately 16 hours per week. Please see the full job description here: Pretreatment Laboratory Technician Job Description

This position is full-time (40 hours per week) with a comprehensive benefits package. Highlights include:

• Several insurance options, including low deductible medical insurance, with up to 80% of health insurance paid for by the City
• Retirement plan with generous employer contribution
• Paid time off (3 weeks of vacation and 3 weeks of sick time in first year)
• 13 Paid holidays
• Contributing in a significant way to your local community

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain within two years, Maine Wastewater Treatment Plant Grade IV Certification.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain NEWEA Laboratory Analyst Certification within one year.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain Grade I NEWEA Collection System Operator Certification within one year.
• Understanding of physical, chemical and microbiological properties of wastewater.
• Understanding of the tests and procedures in “Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater”.
• Motivation to optimize and automate procedures within the laboratory, Treatment Plant and auxiliary locations.
• Proficiency and utilization of VT SCADA, Hach WIMS, eDMR, Microsoft Office and other specialized software will be required.
• Progressive knowledge and understanding of all applicable federal, state and local regulations concerning the Clean Water Act, Industrial Pretreatment Program, the City’s MEPDES permit and EPA Consent Decree.
• Ability to work effectively under unpredictable surges in workload.
• Working knowledge of drafting procedures and ability to read and understand blueprints.
• Working knowledge of office procedures and ability to maintain files, records and use of standard office equipment, including but not limited to, electronic reporting database programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with private facility owners, contractors, engineers, property owners, regulatory agencies and the public.
• Ability to respond to emergencies outside of normal business hours.
• Possession of a valid Maine Driver’s License.
• Will be required to submit to a criminal background check.

How to Apply:

Applications can be completed online (HR Upload Portal (bangormaine.gov) and will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews may begin at any time. Questions may be directed to apply@bangormaine.gov. Thank you for your interest in working for the City of Bangor and Bangor International Airport!

About the City of Bangor

The City of Bangor provides a great number of services to our citizens across a dozen departments. From plowing roads to emergency response to registering your vehicle, the City of Bangor does it all. We take pride in the variety of services we offer including a major Airport in Maine, a regional transit system, one of two Public Health Depts. In the State, and the more typical type service that our citizens have come to expect.

Our community is the third largest in Maine with just over 31,000 residents with a large influx during the day as commuters arrive to begin their work day. Nicked named the “Queen City”, we boast several local colleges, full-service convention center, and a waterfront concert venue that draws large crowds to Bangor every year.

Come join our team and be a part of our public service commitment to thousands of Mainers.