Laboratory Technician II

Laboratory Technician II

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Salary: $98,085.12 - $ Annually

Location:

City of Brentwood, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2
Department:
Public Works
Opening Date: 01/30/2026
Closing Date: 2/19/2026 10:00 AM Pacific

Position Information

The City of Brentwood is looking for a skilled, detail-oriented Laboratory Technician II to join our Public Works team and support both the Wastewater and Water Operations Divisions.

This role is perfect for a self-motivated team player who takes pride in precision and purpose. We're seeking an experienced technician who understands that every sample matters—because behind each one is a family's drinking water and the health of our waterways. This position is a journey- level classification and receives general supervision from the Laboratory Supervisor

For more information please see the job description here.

What We Offer:

The City of Brentwood provides an engaging, collaborative, and cooperative work environment where you can team up with your peers and with the community to create Brentwood as a premier city. The City is an employer that emphasizes work-life balance, supports employee wellness, and offers a wide range of benefits and retirement alternatives, while also investing in its employees' professional and personal growth.

Competitive salary
Alternative work schedule (AWS) option, requires Director approval
15 paid holidays (13 City observed holidays, 2 floating holidays)
Generous leave accruals (Vacation – 11 days per year; Sick Leave – 12 days per year)
Selection of health care plans with City paid contributions; cash-in-lieu offered if waiving coverage
City-paid dental and vision insurance
CalPERS pension participation
City paid contributions to Retiree Health Savings account
Employee Engagement Program (includes recognition for service, safety, peer nominations, and more)

To review more of what the City of Brentwood offers, please check out our Human Resources page.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Any combination of training and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications would be:

Equivalent to an associate's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, or related sciences.
Two (2) years of experience performing chemical or bacteriological tests in a laboratory or treatment plant,or experience equivalent to a Laboratory Technician with the City of Brentwood.

Licenses and

Certifications:

Depending on assignment, possession of a valid California Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record must be maintained throughout employment.
Possession of a Grade II Laboratory Analyst certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) or American Water Works Association (AWWA), to be maintained throughout employment.

Application Process

Applicants must submit the following:

1. A completed City of Brentwood Employment Application
2. Resume
3. Grade II Laboratory Analyst certification issued by the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) or American Water Works Association (AWWA)

Postmarks, faxes and incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Your application must be filled out completely online. Resumes may also be submitted but it is not a substitute for a completed application.

The examination process will consist of:
1. Review of applications for minimum qualifications for the position and to ensure all materials have been submitted.
2. Written Exam - Applicants possessing these requirements will be invited to take the written test. The examination will cover elements of the knowledge and abilities identified in the job description and is tentatively scheduled for the week of March 9, 2026.

Eligible List:
All applicants that pass the examination process will be placed on the eligible list which is good for at least 6 months and may be extended up to an additional 18 months. This eligible list will be used by the City of Brentwood to fill all current and…