Lab Analyst

Laboratory Analyst I

Entry-level class in the Laboratory Analyst series responsible for learning the knowledge and skills to perform testing and analysis of wastewater and recycled water samples, including using the appropriate instrumentation.

• Principles of statistical, quantitative, and qualitative analysis.
• Principles of chemistry, microbiology, and closely related sciences.
• Methods and techniques used in physical, chemical, and bacteriological testing of water and wastewater samples including quality control/quality assurance practices.
• Principles and practices of laboratory, plant, and field safety methods and practices.
• Methods and techniques of calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Principles and practices of conducting research.
• Applicable state, federal, and local regulations.
• Chemical laboratory methods, equipment, facilities, and materials.
• Sampling techniques and methods.
• Principles and practices of record keeping.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public,
• vendors, contractors, and District staff

• Principles of statistical, quantitative, and qualitative analysis.
• Principles of chemistry, microbiology, and closely related sciences.
• Methods and techniques used in physical, chemical, and bacteriological testing of water and wastewater samples including quality control/quality assurance practices.
• Principles and practices of laboratory, plant, and field safety methods and practices.
• Methods and techniques of calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Principles and practices of conducting research.
• Applicable state, federal, and local regulations.
• Chemical laboratory methods, equipment, facilities, and materials.
• Sampling techniques and methods.
• Principles and practices of record keeping.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public,
• vendors, contractors, and District staff

Must possess mobility to work in a standard wastewater treatment plant and laboratory setting, use specialized test equipment and instrumentation and standard office equipment, including a computer, to inspect District sites, including traversing uneven terrain, climbing ladders, stairs, and other access points, to operate a motor vehicle, and to visit various District and meeting sites; vision to detect shades of color, and read printed materials and a computer screen;

and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

Positions at the Laboratory Technician I level may exercise some of these knowledge and abilities statements in a learning capacity.

• Principles of statistical, quantitative, and qualitative analysis.
• Principles of chemistry, microbiology, and closely related sciences.
• Methods and techniques used in physical, chemical, and bacteriological testing of water and wastewater samples including quality control/quality assurance practices.
• Principles and practices of laboratory, plant, and field safety methods and practices.
• Methods and techniques of calibrating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Principles and practices of conducting research.
• Applicable state, federal, and local regulations.
• Chemical laboratory methods, equipment, facilities, and materials.
• Sampling techniques and methods.
• Principles and practices of record keeping.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work

• Work with the chemicals and equipment used in wastewater and recycled water analysis.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using automated and manual systems.
• Perform a diverse range of standard physical, chemical, and microbiological testing and analysis on wastewater collection and recycled water samples.
• Evaluate the outcome of laboratory results in order to detect errors and recommend solutions.
• Set up, operate, calibrate, and perform routine maintenance on complex analytical instruments

Employees work in a laboratory setting and may be exposed potentially toxic chemicals and conditions. When working in the field environment, employees are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot…