Senior Lab Analyst - President Street Plant

We offer great pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, employee/spouse/child supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, deferred compensation plan (457 B), pension plan, flexible spending account, employee referral program, home purchase assistance, and 12 paid holidays!

• Performs metal analysis using an atomic absorption spectrometer, autosampler, and Multiware Microwave for digestion of samples.
• Performs oil and grease analysis using liquid phase extractors and Speed Vap III. 
• Performs analyses on wastewater, industrial, and surface waters.
• Operates the Total Organic Carbon (TOC)/ Total Nitrogen (TN) analyzer.
• Conducts toxicity testing using bioluminescent bacteria and BTEX analysis using GC-MS and Rapid Assay technique. 
• Conducts conventional laboratory analysis. 
• Trains, assists, monitors, and reviews analytical procedures done by lab personnel for accuracy and completeness.
• Inspects instruments/equipment to ensure safe operating conditions; calibrates instruments; performs routine preventive maintenance on instruments. Troubleshoots. 
• Interprets and reviews data generated by various automated instrumentation. Ensures accuracy and adherence to QA/QC program. Reports findings into laboratory database (LIMS). Notifies supervisor of non-conformance issues with data.
• Monitors lab inventory and gas cylinder levels, and requests items to be ordered as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related science field; with two (2) years of experience as a Laboratory Technician; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requires Wastewater Laboratory Analyst License.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements
Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

• Knowledge of laboratory analytical procedures and methods.
• Knowledge of EPA and EPD regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of advanced analytical instruments.
• Knowledge of chemicals, instruments, and equipment used in laboratory analysis.
• Skill in conducting research and evaluating complex technical information.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations and statistical analysis.
• Skill in reading and interpreting technical instruction manuals.
• Skill in matrix interferences and ability to overcome them.
• Skill in utilizing a computer and specialized software programs.
• Skill in operating standard and specialized laboratory tools, equipment, meters, and instruments.
• Skill in oral and written communication