Laboratory Analyst I/II

About the role

Ready to take your career to the next level in a wastewater laboratory? NapaSan is now hiring for a Laboratory Analyst (Laboratory Analyst I/II). Are you ready to make a real impact on environmental safety and engage in dynamic, hands-on work? If you're a team-oriented individual with a sharp eye for detail, eager to dive into lab testing, we want to hear from you! We are seeking to fill one vacant position as either a Laboratory Analyst I or Laboratory Analyst II (flexibly staffed) depending upon qualifications. Location: Napa, California.

Responsibilities

• Scheduling, performing, and interpreting physical, chemical, and bacteriological tests on wastewater and recycled water samples
• Collecting water samples from the treatment facility and in the field, including operating a boat for field sampling
• Setting up, calibrating, operating, and maintaining laboratory equipment and instruments
• Preparing and standardizing chemical reagents and sterilizing bacteriological media
• Compiling, entering, and maintaining water quality data in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Identifying analytical problems and recommending or implementing corrective action
• Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local sampling, testing, and recordkeeping regulations
• Performing quality control and quality assurance work in accordance with California Department of Health Services Environmental Laboratory Accreditation standards
• Maintaining inventories of lab chemicals, equipment, and supplies, and keeping the laboratory clean and orderly
• Assisting with research, process improvements, and updates to procedures and documentation
• Staying current on developments in the water quality field through journals, training, and seminars

Qualifications

Education: Equivalent to an associate degree with major coursework in chemistry, microbiology, or a closely related physical science. A bachelor's degree is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Laboratory Analyst I: No prior experience required.
• Laboratory Analyst II: Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience performing testing and analysis duties within a water or wastewater treatment plant laboratory.

License/Certifications:

• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver's License and maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Laboratory Analyst I: Must possess a California Water Environment Association Grade I Laboratory Analyst Certificate, or the ability to obtain one within twelve (12) months of appointment.
• Laboratory Analyst II: Must possess a California Water Environment Association Grade II Laboratory Analyst Certificate.

Skills & Abilities

• Computer: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products (primarily Outlook, Word, Excel) and comfort learning specialized laboratory software (LIMS)
• Physical requirements: Ability to climb stairs and ladders; bend, stoop, kneel, and stand for extended periods; work on uneven terrain; lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds; work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including cold, heat, and inclement weather
• Vision: Ability to detect shades of color and read printed materials and computer screens
• Hearing and speech: Ability to communicate effectively in person and over the telephone
• Laboratory and quality control: Ability to perform laboratory work, quality control, and quality assurance evaluation in accordance with state accreditation standards
• Boat operation: Willingness to ride in and help operate a boat to collect field samples (no prior boating experience required)