Laboratory Technician - Beaumont, United States - City of Beaumont, Texas

City of Beaumont, Texas
City of Beaumont, Texas
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Beaumont, United States

4 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties and Responsibilities:


Essential Job Functions:

Participates in activities of the municipal wastewater plant laboratory; accurately and precisely performs chemical and bacteriological analysis of samples; prepares cultures and makes microscopic examinations; prepares chemical solutions; reads, interprets, records, and reports on results of investigations.


Other Job Functions:
Performs other duties as required.

Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.


Working Conditions:


Working Conditions:

Position is at a wastewater treatment plant laboratory and involves working with wastewater in various stages of treatment. May be exposed to noise, dust, unpleasant odors, and conditions inherent in a wet chemistry lab.

Works 8: 00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and scheduled weekends and holidays.


Minimum Essential Qualifications:


Knowledge:
Considerable knowledge of methods and techniques used in conducting chemical and bacteriological test and analysis. Tests include BOD, CBOD, TSS/VSS, Ammonia Nitrogen, Alkalinity, percent solids/moisture, pH, Dissolved Oxygen, temperatures, COD, TKN and Fecal Coliforms.


Skills/Abilities:

Must be able to conduct chemical and bacteriological lab test and analysis unassisted and work with limited supervision and instruction.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, ability to record data, maintain records and compile reports. Knowledge of PC, printer, computer spreadsheets and word processor programs.


Physical Requirements:

Constantly sees, hears, stands, uses physical dexterity, use of measuring equipment; frequently bends, walks, cleans, and carries objects weighing up to 50 lbs.


Education/Experience:
Graduation from high school supplemented by college course work in Biology and Chemistry. Minimum of one year experience in a wet-chemistry laboratory performing wastewater analysis preferred.


Other:


  • The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at or through RELAY Texas at or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.
The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.

All Full-Time Civilian employees have the option to receive medical, prescription, and dental insurance.
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