Sonoma County Public Infrastructure · 2 days ago
Public Health Laboratory Technician II
Santa Rosa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$38.45/hr - $38.45/hr
1+ years expSonoma County Public Infrastructure is seeking a Public Health Laboratory Technician II to promote community health through laboratory testing. The role involves performing microbiological tests on various water and milk samples, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with health protocols.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Performing microbiological laboratory tests on river, ocean, recreational, drinking, and shellfish growing waters
Performing laboratory tests on milk samples
Operating and maintaining various types of laboratory support equipment (pH meters, balances, media dispensers, conductivity meters, distilled water system, autoclaves, etc.)
Performing quality control testing for biological testing and equipment compliance
Preparing and processing a variety of microbiological specimens for examination by the Public Health Microbiologists
Assuring sterilization and cleanliness of work area, instruments, and equipment
Preparing microbiological media and reagents
Providing phone and in-person customer support
Conducting inventory and supply management for the lab
Qualification
Required
Possession of a State of California Milk Inspection Certificate of Proficiency
Coursework in biology, chemistry, or equivalent natural science
One year experience working in a public health or clinical laboratory performing duties equivalent to those of a Public Health Laboratory Technician I
Possession of a valid driver's license at the appropriate level including special endorsements, as required by the State of California
Preferred
One or more years of experience working in a laboratory setting
Coursework in biological, chemical, and physical sciences
The ability to prioritize work to meet reporting deadlines
Strong attention to detail, accuracy, record keeping, and data entry skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical ability
The ability to develop and maintain good working relationships
Benefits
Salary Advancement - A salary increase after 1,040 hours (6 months when working full-time) for good work performance; eligibility for a salary increase for good performance every year thereafter, until reaching the top of the salary range
Paid Time Off - Competitive vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays, and an additional 8 floating holiday hours per year
County Paid Health Premium Contributions - 100% premium contribution for the majority of employee-only and employee + family health plan options
Post-Retirement Health Reimbursement Arrangement - County contributions to help fund post-retirement health insurance/benefits
Retirement - A pension fully integrated with Social Security
Paid Parental Leave - May be eligible for up to 8 weeks (320 hours) after 12 months of County employment
Additional Benefits: Excellent dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, professional development, and more
Student Loan Debt Relief – County employees may be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through the U.S. Department of Education
Company
Sonoma County Public Infrastructure
The Department of Public Infrastructure is dedicated to planning, building, and maintaining the County’s investment in infrastructure through innovations in engineering that improve residents’ lives and enhance community well-being.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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