Environmental Technician

Salary Range: $19.52/hour - $31.43/hour Grade: 11 FLSA:
Non Exempt

The purpose of this classification is to collect water and wastewater quality control samples, and perform routine field analysis.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Collects water and wastewater quality control samples and performs routine field analysis.
• Performs installation, retrieval, and required maintenance of all field sequential automatic sampling equipment.
• Participates in groundwater monitoring and soil sampling.
• Picks up and delivers plant samples to the laboratory and resets samplers.
• Participates in conducting industrial surveys.
• Conducts special sampling to test pH of storm water, groundwater wells, and soil samples.
• Maintains accurate logbooks, routine reports and prepares chain of custody cards.
• Participates in special investigations of water pollution complaints and industrial spills.
• Maintains and calibrates sampling equipment and instruments.
• Performs routine housekeeping as necessary.
• Under the direction of the Environmental Project Coordinator, may perform necessary tasks to maintain and/or expand the Utility Line Vegetation Program, Sediment Removal Program, Utility Corridor Reforestation Program and other environmental programs.

High school diploma or GED required; one year of work experience that shows an ability to maintain steady employment in any field.

Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.