Laboratory Assistant - Water Filtration, Sanford

Laboratory Assistant I
- Water Filtration, Sanford location

Tri River Water is the name and brand by which the City of Sanford will provide water and sewer utility services on a regional basis. Tri River will deliver high-quality water and wastewater services that not only cater to the needs of the present, but also the demands of the future. Through our extensive infrastructure, professional expertise, and innovative strategies, we will secure and foster the region’s sustained growth and improved quality of life.

The recent merger by the City of Sanford will significantly expand our reach and influence in the industry. The LAI will work with Pittsboro and City of Sanford customers to perform the following duties:

Performs intermediate semiskilled work maintaining treatment plant records, collecting samples and assisting with testing in a water filtration facility; does related work as required. Work is performed under moderate supervision. Tasks include:

• Taking samples; assisting with testing; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.
• Collects daily samples from various locations.
• Records plant temperatures, PH, flow, D.O., and other readings from various meters.
• Calibrates testing equipment.
• Performs laboratory tests; prepares and reads bacteriological tests; prepares bacteriological growth medium and titration chemicals.
• Maintains log of all reagents used daily; maintains chemical inventories.
• Cleans and sterilizes glassware and other laboratory equipment; maintains appearance of laboratory.
• Answers phones.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Consider joining our diverse and dedicated team where every employee is integral to our success in delivering quality services to our growing region.

We’ve created something extra special – a great place to live and work! Many employees join the Tri River Water/City of Sanford expecting just a paycheck and end up with a rewarding career in local government!

What’s in it for you:

• No premium costs to the employee for employee health, dental, vision, life (includes dependent), accidental death & dismemberment, and short-term disability coverage
• Voluntary health, dental, and vision coverage available for dependents
• Participation in the NC Local Governmental Employees’ Retirement System (one of the five best pension plans in the country)
• 401(k) supplemental retirement plan exclusive to public employees of NC (5% employer contribution)
• Recognition for longevity of service beginning with year five
• Tuition assistance (up to $2,500 per fiscal year)

The position requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; general knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of chemistry and microbiology; general knowledge of applicable local, State and Federal regulations; general knowledge in preparing reports and maintaining records; general knowledge of the operation and care of specialized laboratory equipment; general knowledge in the use of SCADA and graphing software;

skill in taking samples for testing of water; ability to maintain records and files; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Position also requires possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. Must meet and maintain all certification, license and training requirements for position.

The City of Sanford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.