Laboratory Technician - Libertyville, United States - Lake County Illinois
Description
General Description:
Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation and an excellent benefit package? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you.
Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose.
We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment. Do you have a background in Environmental Testing? If so, this position could very well be for you
This Public Works position within the organization is to collect, analyze, and report data for Lake County's drinking water and wastewater systems.
Being able to build working relationships with employees, 30 countywide departments and the public, is sure to keep you interested and continuously learning.
Essential Functions:
- The Technician will perform laboratory analyses on routine and nonroutine samples, conduct sample preparation for chemical and microbiological analyses, update charts, graphs, and perform routine data entry.
- This position performs routine maintenance of lab equipment and instruments, assembles standard operating procedures and technical lab reports, and file technical forms.
Knowledge Skills Abilities and Education Required:
The Lab Tech must have a good knowledge of the principles and practices of chemistry, microbiology, and or environmental science.
Education and/or Licenses required
To be successful in this role you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with course work in biology, microbiology, chemistry or environmental science, as well as, one year of related lab experience.
An Illinois Department of Public Health Certificate in microbiology is desired. You must also possess a valid Driver's License, supplemented by a satisfactory driving record.Supplemental Information:
Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program. Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug and alcohol testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
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