What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician I position at City of West Palm Beach?
Under close supervision performs routine collection, sampling, and analysis of water from water plant, distribution system and catchment area for City water quality; and performs other related duties as assigned.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Which are not in any hierarchical order)
1. Assists in collection of water samples and data to keep plant operations informed and process controls.
2. Performs analytical testing of chemicals and water quality to obtain data necessary in making process control adjustments.
3. Collects and analyzes water samples from catchment, residential or business location sites.
4. Disinfects surfaces and performs bacteriological tests of samples collected daily.
5. Prepares distilled water, broth (cultures), autoclaves equipment, and sterilizes equipment.
6. Collects annual copper and lead samples.
7. Prepares data for Quality Assurance.
8. Prepares reagents, inventories and stocks chemicals and laboratory supplies.
9. Attends meetings and training classes.
10. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Salary
$22.06 Hourly - Pay grade 47
Excellent Benefits!
Qualifications
Associate's degree from an accredited college with a major in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Wastewater Management (education will be verified using the "Education Requirements listed below) and one (1) year related experience collecting and analyzing water samples, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
ALTERNATE REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED and three (3) years related experience collecting and analyzing water samples.
Bachelor degree with a major in Chemistry, Microbiology, Wastewater Management, or related field.
A current and valid Florida driver’s license is required. For application purposes, a valid driver’s license from any state (equivalent to a State of Florida Class E) may be utilized; with the ability to obtain the State of Florida driver’s license within thirty (30) days from date of employment.
Education Requirements: To be considered valid (or verified) for position qualification purposes, and consistent with City Hiring Policy 4-5, a High School, GED or equivalent diploma, and all higher education degrees or certifications must have been issued by:
- a public education institution in the State of Florida or any State or Territory of the United States; or
- an institution accredited by an accrediting organization that is recognized by the Florida Department of Education or the U.S. Department of Education; or
- an institution that is accredited by an organization that is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
- an institution whose degree or certification is accepted by institutions identified in either a), b), or c), above, for the purpose of admission to institutions identified in either a), b), or c) above.
Special Driving Requirements
- Have not lost any driving privileges by reason of revocation, suspension or denial of license, or have been convicted and/or had an adjudication withheld of three or more moving violations.
- Have not had one DUI (Driving Under the Influence) in any preceding twenty-four (24) month period. License suspension of two weeks or less or suspensions based only on non-moving violations that have been cleared will not automatically result in revocation of driving privileges.
- Have not had more than one DUI (conviction or adjudication withheld) in Florida or any other state within the past ten (10) years.
Additional Details
The selection process for this position may consist of any, all or a combination of the following tests: evaluation of training and experience, written examination, structured oral interview or other assessment method.
State of Emergency: When normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration by the Mayor that a state of emergency exists, all employees will be deemed critical by the City. For the
How To Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position you can apply online by selecting the Apply Now button at the end of the job posting. Applications must be received in Human Resources by the closing date.
The City of West Palm Beach is an equal employment opportunity employer. The City values the service of veterans to our country, supports recruitment of veterans and veterans' preference will be given in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes for those who met the minimum requirements of the position. Background investigation, physical, and drug and alcohol screening is required as condition of employment.
Currency
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Salary : $22
