WHO MAY APPLY: This position is open to all qualified applicants. Please note that the first priority will be given to S.E.I.U., Wastewater Local 925 transfer, and internal candidates.
 
WORK SCHEDULE: This position is currently assigned to working a 5 x 8 schedule. Applicants must be available to work any and all assigned shift schedules. This position is overtime eligible.

JOB SUMMARY: This position performs entry-level laboratory responsibilities such as routine chemical and biochemical analysis and operating required instrumentation in a wastewater treatment plant laboratory.

The Wastewater Treatment Division is committed to the principles of equity and social justice. We value diverse perspectives and life experiences in our workforce and are committed to building a culturally diverse and inclusive environment. WTD strives to provide equitable services to residents and businesses across King County.

• Perform a variety of physical, chemical, and biochemical analyses following established laboratory procedures. Follow established laboratory protocols for spill response, laboratory safety, and cleaning and maintaining laboratory.
• Prepare samples for analysis and preserve/store them according to standard procedures. Maintain the physical and quantitative integrity of each sample and maintain associated records.
• Collect samples and operate a motorized vehicle to travel to remote work locations or locations with no public transportation services.
• Clean and perform some routine servicing of automatic samplers and specific field equipment. Assist with the calibration of on-line instruments.
• Enter test results and other pertinent data into spreadsheets and lab database and calculate data as required.
• Complete and maintain bench sheets, logs, and other records (paper and electronic). Prepare necessary reagents and standards and follow established disposal procedures. Identify and notify higher-level staff of unusual test results.
• Monitor control charts and quality control samples (blanks, check standards, and duplicates) to maintain test integrity.
• Participate as a member of a business team to make decisions regarding the work unit's business goals and objectives.
• Monitor and maintain laboratory chemical inventories and verify shipment orders. Validate data at the bench sheet level

• Knowledge of field and laboratory techniques and sampling methods typically obtained in an associate of science degree or two years of college-level science course work, including at least one year of chemistry, or two years equivalent experience applicable to a wastewater treatment laboratory.
• Two years of experience in the application and use of test equipment and instruments. Two years of experience using scientific theories, principles and relevant mathematics in a laboratory environment.
• Two years of experience in laboratory quality assurance/quality control.
• Two years of experience using a computer and associated software for spreadsheets, databases and word processing (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Skill in working with detailed information.
• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with a diverse group of individuals in varying occupations.
• Skill in team consensus building techniques and principles and working in a team environment.
• Skill in oral and written communication techniques and principles and ability to read, write, present and follow oral and written instructions

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

LICENSING / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Washington State Driver's License or out-of-state equivalent
• Highly Desired - Washington State Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's Group I Certificate
• Highly Desired- Bachelors of Science degree