City of Republic
Republic, Missouri, United States
(on-site)
Posted
23 hours ago
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Function
Technician/Utility Support Staff
Description
Primary Purpose
Performs chemical, physical, and biological analysis of wastewater, storm water, and in support of the wastewater treatment plant. Assist with special projects. Performs a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
Supervision
Under the direct supervision of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Manager.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Performs routine chemical and physical analysis of wastewater and storm water to ensure compliance with federal environmental compliance regulations.
- Participates in the collection of water samples of plant influent at various stages of treatment and of plant effluent. Coordinates with outsourced lab services as needed.
- Prepares solutions, reagents, equipment, apparatus and accessories, and other supplies needed at the lab.
- Conducts monthly inventory of chemicals, reagents, solutions, and other supplies and equipment essential to laboratory operation. Purchases lab supplies as needed.
- Prepares and maintains technical reports on results of analyses conducted. Develops, maintains, & modifies lab-specific SOPs as needed.
- Cleans, sterilizes, calibrates, and maintains equipment and apparatus used in all tests and analysis.
- Prepares microbiological media.
- Maintains accurate files, submits test results, and generates necessary reports.
- Performs quality control and quality assurance tests and maintains quality control procedures in the laboratory.
- Ensures adherence to safe work practices and procedures as well as federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
- Cleans laboratory testing equipment.
- Provides lab training to plant personnel on proper lab methods, procedures, and techniques.
- Assists in the overall operations, processes, and beautification of the WWTP.
- Performs routine upkeep and maintenance of WWTP equipment, including but not limited to, oil changes, greasings, etc.
- Reports all preventative maintenance and equipment issues to leadership for service or repair.
- Deals effectively and courteously with fellow employees and the public.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Important Duties
- Attends training sessions deemed appropriate by supervisor or department head.
- Maintains a neat and orderly work area.
- Maintains appropriate supplies for assigned area.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education & Experience
- Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
- Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Wastewater Laboratory Technician or equivalent strongly preferred. Related coursework can be substituted for working experience on a year-for-year basis.
- Experience in the areas of biology, microbiology, chemistry, or related fields preferred.
- Previous SCADA experience preferred.
Job ID: 84427592