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SalaryLaboratory Technician
The purpose of this classification is to perform routine testing and analysis of water samples required to maintain water quality and to assure compliance with federal, state and local standards.
Hourly Rate Range: $21.75 - $27.19PURPOSE OF THE CLASSIFICATION
Laboratory Technician, Sr.
The purpose of this classification is to perform complex instrumental testing and analysis of water samples required to maintain water quality and to assure compliance with federal, state and local standards.
Hourly Rate Range: $22.56 - $28.21Laboratory Technician
The following duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be representative of the type of tasks performed within this classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The omission of specific statements of the duties or functions 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 and/or receives samples from water treatment plants, deep injection wells, Automated System Recovery (ASR) wells, the distribution system or other locations; verifies/maintains chain of custody of samples.
Performs standard chemical and/or physical examinations to analyze samples as required by environmental agencies, department rules and regulations, plant regulations, and standard laboratory procedures for various parameters; performs wet/dry season well testing; calculates results of analyses.
Performs biological analyses for Total Coliform, E Coli, and Heterotrophic plate count on drinking water, process water, well water and environmental water including sewage.
Performs preparatory work for biological testing including media preparation and verification, media and equipment sterilization by autoclave, washing glassware and other preparatory activities.
Prepares and analyzes samples for discrete analyzer analysis; performs all related quality control tests as required by EPA, DOH, or other federal/state regulations.
Prepares essential quality controls, standard solutions, and reagent solutions for use in analytical testing; prepares/sterilizes microbiological media.
Calculates and records results of tests, including quality control/assurance tests; compares results against standards.
Maintains records of testing results and laboratory activities in compliance with state reporting requirements; designs/creates spreadsheets for laboratory reporting; enters data for laboratory reports into computer; prepares and updates microbiological data and quality control charts.
Operates a variety of machinery, equipment and tools associated with laboratory operations, which may include a utility vehicle, discrete analyzer, analytical balance, autoclave, gas leak detector, ion analyzer, spectrophotometer, conductivity meter, digital burettes, laboratory glassware, meters, testing instruments, and scientific calculator.
Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, calibrating laboratory equipment, washing/cleaning laboratory paraphernalia, sterilizing/decontaminating containers, performing basic repair of laboratory equipment, and cleaning shop/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Monitors inventory levels of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and supplies; initiates requests for new or replacement materials.
Performs TNI EPA water supply performance evaluation studies.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, charts, data sheets, chain-of-custody forms, test result reports, quality control reports, or other documents.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, chain-of-custody forms, quality control charts, data sheets, customer complaint forms, material safety data sheets, standard methods, instrument operation manuals, policies, textbooks, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other software programs.
Answers the telephone; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Responds to complaints and questions related to water quality issues; provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, the public, outside laboratories, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Laboratory Technician, Sr.
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 and/or receives samples from water treatment plants, deep injection wells, ASR wells, or other locations; verifies/maintains chain of custody of samples.
Performs standard chemical and/or physical examinations to analyze samples as required by environmental agencies, department rules and regulations, plant regulations, and standard laboratory procedures for various parameters; performs daily plant testing, production well testing, monitor well testing, distribution system testing, lead and copper, volatile organics and testing related to customer complaints; verifies and calculates results of analyses.
Develops Flame AA and Graphite Furnace programs; prepares and analyzes samples using Flame and Graphite furnace AA: develops methods for Discrete Analyzer programs; prepares and analyzes samples using Discrete Analyzer.
Develops methods for Ion Chromatography; prepares and analyzes samples using an Ion Chromatograph.
Performs all related quality control tests as required by EPA, DOH, or other federal/state regulations.
Calculates quality assurance data and verifies and records the precision and accuracy of the data against known results as required by EPA, DOH, or other federal/state regulations.
Prepares essential quality control standards, standard solutions and reagent solutions for use in analytical testing; prepares/sterilizes microbiological media.
Maintains records of testing results and laboratory activities in compliance with state reporting requirements; designs/creates spreadsheets for laboratory reporting; enters data for laboratory reports into computer; prepares and updates microbiological data and quality assurance charts.
Operates a variety of machinery, equipment and tools associated with laboratory operations, which may include a utility vehicle, graphite furnace, discrete analyzer, analytical balance, autoclave, pH meter/ion analyzer, spectrophotometer, gas leak detector, conductivity meter, turtbidimeter, digital burettes, laboratory glassware, centrifugal and bladder pumps, level indicator, computers, telephones, meters, testing instruments and scientific calculator.
Troubleshoots, repairs, and makes recommendations for repair on complex instrumentation such as atomic absorption spectrophotometers, discrete analyzer and ion chromatographs.
Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, calibrating laboratory equipment, washing/cleaning laboratory paraphernalia, sterilizing/decontaminating containers, performing basic repair of laboratory equipment, and cleaning lab/work areas; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment.
Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
Monitors inventory levels of laboratory equipment, chemicals, and supplies; initiates requests for new or replacement materials.
Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
Performs EPA water supply Performance Evaluation Studies.
Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, charts, data sheets, chain-of-custody forms, test result reports, quality assurance reports, or other documents.
Receives various forms, reports, correspondence, chain-of-custody forms, quality assurance charts, data sheets, customer complaint forms, material safety data sheets, standard methods, instrument operation manuals, policies, textbooks, manuals, reference materials, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards or retains as appropriate.
Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other software programs.
Answers the telephone; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Responds to complaints and questions related to water quality issues; provides information, researches problems, and initiates problem resolution.
Communicates with supervisor, employees, other divisions, other departments, the public, outside laboratories, outside agencies, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Maintains current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate.
Trains and oversees work of lower level laboratory technicians.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Provides assistance or coverage to other employees as needed.
Performs other related duties as required. Laboratory Technician
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or microbiology; and
- Six (6) months previous experience involving utility laboratory analysis, water/wastewater laboratory work, environmental chemistry, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience; and
- Possess [or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire] and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Laboratory Technician, Sr.
- Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, or microbiology; and
- Three (3) years previous experience involving utility laboratory analysis, water/wastewater laboratory work, or environmental chemistry using atomic absorption spectroscopy; ion chromatography, or discrete analyzer; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience; and
- Must possess (or able to obtain within fourteen (14) days of hire) and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
Laboratory Technician and Laboratory Technician, Sr.
COMMUNICATION COMPETENCIES
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of safety rules, codes and regulations pertaining to laboratory operations.
Knowledge of and the ability to perform mathematical computations as related to laboratory tests and analyses.
Knowledge of laboratory terminology and equipment.
Knowledge of sampling, analysis, quality assurance, recordkeeping and reporting procedures.
Ability to operate an assigned vehicle.
Ability to collect representative samples from a variety of locations including a plant environment, using appropriate equipment and safety procedures.
Ability to perform all related quality control tests as required by EPA, HRS, or other federal and state regulations.
Ability to acquire new knowledge of the operation of equipment, and the materials, supplies and tools used in performance of the maintenance function.
Ability to read, comprehend and correctly apply written instructions, operation and maintenance manuals, and other job-related materials.
Ability to operate computers and utilize computer programs related to laboratory functions, including maintaining equipment operating and maintenance records and reports.
Ability to ...
Effectively communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers, utility companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.
Accurately and expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the appropriate individuals.
Ability to prepare accurate and thorough written records and reports.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervisory direction.
Ability to understand and quickly and accurately follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex matters.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with Supervisor, customers, other employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory agencies, and the general public as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of safety rules, codes and regulations pertaining to laboratory operations.
Knowledge of and the ability to perform mathematical computations as related to laboratory tests and analyses.
Knowledge of laboratory terminology and equipment.
Knowledge of sampling, analysis, quality assurance, recordkeeping and reporting procedures.
Ability to operate an assigned vehicle.
Ability to collect representative samples from a variety of locations including a plant environment, using appropriate equipment and safety procedures.
Ability to perform all related quality control tests as required by EPA, HRS, or other federal and state regulations.
Ability to acquire new knowledge of the operation of equipment, and the materials, supplies and tools used in performance of the maintenance function.
Ability to read, comprehend and correctly apply written instructions, operation and maintenance manuals, and other job-related materials.
Ability to operate computers and utilize computer programs related to laboratory functions, including maintaining equipment operating and maintenance records and reports.
Ability to ...
