Posted 6d ago

Water Lab Technician

@ Southwest Utah Public Health Department
St. George, Utah, United States
$18/hrOnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:Record results, Perform analyses, Communicate reports
Requirements Summary:Assists in water analysis; performs aseptic sampling; records results; travels across counties; may require non-traditional schedule.
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Performs a variety of duties related to the knowledge of aseptic sampling procedures and basic sample handling procedures; understanding of chain-of-custody and laboratory safety protocol; and the ability to operate sensitive electronic equipment in performing colorimetric analytical procedures.


●      Record analytical results using internet-based software

●      Perform water sample analyses

 ●      Communicate accurate reports to clients

●      Ensure samples are stored, transported, and submitted to the lab properly

●      Participate in Department emergency preparedness drills as needed

●      Extensive travel (driving) throughout Washington, Iron, Garfield, Beaver, and Kane Counties may be required as part of main functions

●      Assist Environmental Health personnel in performing laboratory functions

●      Entering lab sample data accurately on lab reports and using department software

●      Collect swimming pool samples

●      Analyze water samples



Minimum Qualifications


1.   Education and Experience:


        A.   High school diploma (preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of or coursework in Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry)       


OR


        B.   An equivalent combination of education and experience.


Work Environment


May be required to stay at or return to work during public health incidents and/or emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normally assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.


* A pre-employment background check will be conducted on the selected candidate. 


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