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City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management · 3 months ago

DWM Laboratory Technician - Drinking Lab (Office of Watershed Protection)

Atlanta, GA, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$41K/yr - $51K/yr

1+ years exp

The City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management is seeking a Senior Drinking Water Laboratory Technician to oversee operations ensuring compliance with regulations and operational goals. The role involves performing water sampling, conducting analytical tests, and preparing reports, as well as responding to water emergencies to collect and analyze water samples.

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Responsibilities

Performs biological, chemical, or physical analysis and determinations of water samples at the direction of professional staff including but not limited to pH, chlorine, hardness, alkalinity, temperature, Total Organic Carbon, metals, turbidity, Total Suspended Solids, bacterial presence/absence, etc

Performs field work including water sample collection, field testing, fire hydrant operation, and may consult with water customers regarding water quality issues. Expected to perform significant driving within the metro Atlanta area

Rotate between laboratory and field assignments

Wears necessary Personal Protective Equipment and follows all safety rules

Perform tasks responsibly and with integrity while working under minimal supervision

Operates, adjusts, and maintains scientific instruments including but not limited to pH meters, spectrophotometers, analytical balances, autoclaves, incubators, etc

Prepares chemical reagents and biological media according to formulae; assumes responsibility for accuracy in preparation and standardization of solutions and media

Logs samples and related information into chain of custody, LIMS software, and assumes responsibility for samples and specimens that may be involved in court action

Keeps informed of new laboratory techniques. Maintains Georgia Water laboratory analyst license by obtaining Continuing Education points

Maintains inventories of supplies and stocks on hand for laboratory use

Performs detailed record-keeping and documentation of work activities and sample information

Rotate between five areas: microbiology laboratory, chemistry laboratory, and three distribution routes divided by North, Central, and South

Calibrate bench equipment, record temperatures, and perform maintenance checks on laboratory equipment

May assist with flushing hydrants on weekends as needed

Take City vehicles for scheduled cleaning and maintenance as assigned

Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with coworkers and other departments

May perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Laboratory tests knowledgeWater samplingAnalytical testingGeorgia Water licenseScientific instruments operationComputer skillsSample handlingEffective communication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physical or Biological sciences, or a related field

One (1) year of laboratory work experience in a related area

Valid State Issued Driver's License

Georgia Wastewater Laboratory Analyst License or Drinking Water License, desirable (License must be obtained within 12 months of hire if not held at time of employment, or employment may be terminated.)

Knowledge of laboratory tests and analyses

Skill in operating a computer and computer software

Ability to handle samples and laboratory equipment

Ability to perform injections, collect tissue, and conduct autopsies and minor surgical techniques on laboratory animals

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physical or Biological sciences, or a related field, and three (3) years of laboratory work experience in a related area