What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician position at Metro Water Recovery?

This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon the candidate's qualifications :

Environmental Sampling Field Technician ($52,395.20 - $70,886.40 Annually)

Performs technical in-office and fieldwork in support of Metro’s regulatory, annual charge, special project sampling programs and Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP) implementation. Works under the direction of the Environmental Sampling Supervisor.

Environmental Sampling Field Specialist ($60,028.80 - $83,740.80 Annually)

Performs technical in-office and fieldwork in support of Metro’s regulatory, annual charge, special project sampling programs, and Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP) implementation. This position reports to the Environmental Sampling Supervisor.

Qualifications :

Environmental Sampling Field Technician :

Minimum Qualifications :

Graduation from High School and either one year of college-level water quality or science-related coursework.
Six months experience with industrial pretreatment sampling, wastewater sampling, water sampling, experience as a collection systems technician operator, or experience working in a laboratory environment.
Good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships.
Valid Driver’s License.

Desired Qualifications :

Associate degree with major coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science, water quality management, or a related field.

Demonstrated interpersonal and communications skills sufficient to interact effectively in a team-based environment.

Strong work ethic with proven success operating autonomously supporting high safety standards / practices.

Equivalency

Equivalency equals one year of directly related professional experience for every year of education not completed. The stated experience requirement is in addition to any experience used to meet the education equivalency.

Environmental Sampling Field Specialist

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from High School and one (1) year of college-level water quality or science-related coursework.

Two (2) years of direct knowledge and experience collecting wastewater samples per 40 CFR part 136.

Must have completed or be able to complete the TPC Training Flow Measurement course within 60 days of hire.

Must have a valid Collection System Operator Certification Class II from the State of Colorado.

Proven ability to prioritize and multi-task in a high-activity work environment.

Must have a working knowledge and understanding of all different types of flumes.

Must correctly identify, measure, and read all types of flumes.

Good written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work in a team environment, and the ability to establish and maintain good working relationships.

Must be willing to mentor technician-level employees.

Valid Colorado Driver’s License.

Desired Qualifications

Associate degree with major coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science, water quality management, or a related field.

Demonstrated interpersonal and communications skills sufficient to interact effectively in a team-based environment.

Strong work ethic with proven success operating autonomously supporting high safety standards / practices.

Equivalency

Equivalency equals one years of directly related professional experience for every year of education not completed. The stated experience requirement is in addition to any experience used to meet the education equivalency.

Working Conditions : Work Environment

While performing the duties of the job, the employee may be exposed to the following :

Moving mechanical parts

High, hazardous areas

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

Fumes or airborne particles

Toxic or caustic chemicals

Outdoor weather conditions

Risk of radiation

Moderate noise level

Physical Demands

While performing the job duties, the employee may be required to :

Ability to use hands

Communicate with speech and ability to hear

Stand

Walk

Reach with hands and arms

Lift / move up to 50 pounds more

Specific vision abilities required by this job include :

Close vision

Distance vision

Depth perception

Ability to adjust focus

Employment Type : Full Time

Bonus / Commission : No

Salary : $52,395 - $70,886

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