Water Quality Technician Job Las Vegas area,Nevada USA,Science

Career Opportunity

The city of Las Vegas invites applicants for Water Quality Technician. This position collects and performs routine laboratory tests on wastewater, groundwater, surface water, and other samples for physical, biological and chemical components; enters and evaluates data for reporting purposes and process control decisions; prepares a variety of analytical reports; and performs a variety of other technical tasks relative to area of responsibility.

Supervision

Received

Receives general supervision from the Environmental Laboratory & Compliance Manager or higher level management staff.

May receive technical instruction and direction from Chemists, Biologists or other lead level classifications.

Examination Process

A civil service examination will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Service Rules of the city of Las Vegas. The supplemental questions are the examination. Falsification of information may result in disqualification from a recruitment or removal from a city position. Additional information will not be accepted after the closing date. The supplemental questions are weighted 100% for placement on an eligible list, and must be worked on individually by the applicant only.

The supplemental questions of all qualified applicants will be reviewed for placement on an eligible list.

Eligible List

You must score 70% or higher on the examination to be placed on the eligible list.

The eligible list will remain in effect for a period of 6 months from the date of certification and may be extended for a period of up to 2 years.

Selection Process

Final candidate selection will include list placement and may include hiring interview and assessment (if applicable). Any individual offered employment will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test, complete background check, and may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform the physical requirements of the job. Some positions may require preliminary background checks. The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligible list for current and/ or future openings which may include part-time or full-time positions.

Essential

Functions

Receives samples as they arrive in the laboratory; checks samples for proper identification and condition; records any irregularities or other relevant data concerning sample receipt and analyses to be performed

Maintains complete chain of custody of laboratory samples; observes holding times, preservation techniques, and ensures samples are properly stored and disposed of for ongoing sample integrity

Collects limnological samples and measures physical parameters as necessary onboard a boat at Lake Mead

Collects a variety of limnological, wastewater treatment process control and permit compliance samples according to regulatory requirements and good laboratory practice standards

Conducts routine physical, chemical, biological and field analyses on water; wastewater and sludge samples according to standardized procedures

Performs calculations and evaluates results prior to reporting; completes documentation; enters data into LIMS and spreadsheets

Assists Chemist and Biologists in water quality or bacteriological research by conducting various tests on water and sludge samples

Prepares standard chemical solutions and reagents needed to perform chemical analysis, ensuring that expired solutions and reagents are discarded in the proper manner

Operates, calibrates, repairs and cleans laboratory and field testing equipment following standard procedures

Performs laboratory duties such as unpacking and putting away supplies, restocking benches and organizing supplies, stock rooms, and glassware

Cleans glassware and equipment; performs laboratory housekeeping

Performs peer review of laboratory data, verifying completion of bench sheets and correct data input into LIMS and other spreadsheets

May provide training to less experienced staff in routine sampling, testing procedures and associated duties

Marginal Functions

Assists with bioassay process

Operates boat according to proper procedure

Operates City vehicle for official business purposes

Performs related duties and responsibilities as required

Experience

One year of experience with environmental sample collection or conducting a variety of tests in a physical, chemical or biological laboratory is desirable

Experience operating a boat is desirable

Training

Two years of college level course and laboratory work in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science or related field

May substitute a combination of…