NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Laboratory Analyst I/II
The City of Vacaville is seeking a Laboratory Analyst I/II to join their Utilities Department. The role involves performing routine laboratory work, conducting inspections, and maintaining laboratory equipment, as well as developing standard operating procedures and training new staff.
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Responsibilities
Calculate and record laboratory test results
Perform inspections
Operate and maintain a variety of laboratory and operations equipment
Interpret test results and report them to operations personnel
Develop and revise SOP, policies and forms
Train new analysts and college interns
Provide advanced reports
Run advanced analytical methods and instrumentation
Qualification
Required
Completion of two (2) years of college with major coursework in chemistry, biology, microbiology or other related laboratory science
One year of general laboratory analysis experience
Must obtain the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Laboratory Analyst Grade I certificate, or the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Water Quality Analyst Grade I certificate, plus any other State-mandated certifications, as a condition of passing probation
Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record as conditions of initial and continued employment
Completion of two years of college with major coursework in chemistry, biology, microbiology or other related laboratory sciences
Two years of water and/or wastewater laboratory analysis experience
Possession of the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Laboratory Analyst Grade III certificate, or the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Water Quality Analyst Grade III certificate, plus any other State-mandated certifications
Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record as conditions of initial and continued employment
Possession of a Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology or other related laboratory science
One year of water and/or wastewater laboratory analysis experience
Possession of the California Water Environment Association (CWEA) Laboratory Analyst Grade II certificate, or the American Water Works Association (AWWA) Water Quality Analyst Grade II certificate, plus any other State-mandated certifications
Must possess a valid California Class C driver's license and have a satisfactory driving record as conditions of initial and continued employment
Preferred
Practical experience in a wide range of water and wastewater analysis
Microbiology knowledge, such as MTF, HPC, substrate methodology, media preparation, autoclave use
Wet Chemistry analysis, such as TSS, TDS, BOD, pH, EC, Ammonia
Any experience analyzing samples and interpreting data with complex instruments such as Gas Chromatography (GC), Ion Chromatography (IC), High Pressure Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Mass Spectroscopy (MS) with any instrument
An understanding of the difference between quality assurance and quality control
Experience with Microsoft Excel and Word
Familiarity with EPA Water, Wastewater, and Environmental Compliance requirements and regulations
Familiarity with laboratory safety requirements and potential hazards and pitfalls
Detailed organizational skills
Training/experience with The NELAC Institute (TNI) regulations
Practical experience in dealing and communicating with individuals, groups and entities outside the laboratory
An AWWA or CWEA Lab Analyst Certificate Grade I or above
Benefits
Medical Insurance at affordable rates - City covers up to 85% of Kaiser premium, other plans are also available
Vision and Dental Insurance monthly premiums covered 100% by the City
Healthcare double coverage opt-out incentive of $3,000 per year for eligible employees
Paid sick leave, vacation leave, thirteen holidays and two floating holidays a year
Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment up to $2,200 per fiscal year
Deferred compensation plan with City contribution, no employee match required
California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) plan enrollment and Retiree Health Savings account
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