Chemist

About the role

Conducts analytical testing of water and wastewater samples according to EPA-approved methods for environmental compliance and plant treatment process control.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced water or wastewater analyses with associated method detection determinations, reagent, standard, and sample preparation.
• Operates and maintains advanced computer-controlled analytical systems.
• Uses computer spreadsheets, performs mathematical calculations, and verifies instrument results.
• Evaluates analytical data for accuracy, precision, historical consistency, and permit compliance and produces client/project reports.
• Serves as Maintenance or Safety/QC Officer and assists with Chemical Hygiene Plan and QA/QC Manual updates.
• Inventory monitoring, purchasing, and credit card maintenance.
• Diagnose lab process and equipment problems as needed.
• Document malfunctions or abnormal results and schedule repairs/re-analysis as needed.
• Demonstrate proficient communication and customer service skills.
• Aid staff with daily routines and cover Lab Technician workload when needed.
• Aid with maintenance of lab records archive (training, equipment checks and logs, QC charts, analytical reports, sample counts, safety checks, chemical SDS books, etc.).
• Aid Laboratory Services Coordinator as needed for effective laboratory performance.
• Perform related duties as required.

Requirements

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, microbiology or a related field with an additional one to three years of laboratory experience.
• Preferred majors: environmental science, chemistry, biology, water/wastewater treatment, wildlife/natural resource management or remediation, field sampling, statistical quality control, natural science, technology, engineering, or closely related major.
• Valid Current Driver’s License.
• Passing of Criminal History Check and Drug Screen.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of water or wastewater treatment process and related environmental regulations;
• Plant process control and state permit analytical requirements;
• Laboratory operations, equipment, and safety protocols;
• Sample receiving and chain of custody procedures;
• Safe sample and chemical handling, storage, and disposal;
• Basic and advanced water or wastewater testing parameters and methods;
• Analytical quality control measures and peer review process.

Skills

• Exercise ethical integrity in all aspects of work performance;
• Adapt to changes in procedures, workstations, and work schedules;
• Follow laboratory procedures as instructed;
• Multi-task, manage workloads, and cross train as needed.

Benefits

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost-effective health and welfare package. To view the employee benefits, click here.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD