JOB
NOTICE OF JOB OPPORTUNITY
POSTING #LO-173-26E
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I, II
MICROBIOLOGY
LOCATION:
TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT, LABORATORIES SECTION, MICROBIOLOGY GROUP, A.K. WARREN WATER RESOURCE FACILITY, CARSON
NOTE: The work schedule for this position is 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, including weekends and holidays. The employee will be required to return to work beyond regularly scheduled hours in response to emergencies, or report to the San Jose Creek Laboratory in Whittier as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To collect environmental samples and perform a variety of routine chemical, biological, or microbiological tests and analyses.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of a Supervising Scientist, the incumbent:
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Performs standardized and non-standardized microbiological analyses on environmental and wastewater treatment samples to test for indicator and pathogenic microorganisms
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Prepares laboratory media, standard solutions, and reagents
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Inspects, adjusts, cleans, maintains, troubleshoots, and operates laboratory equipment
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Maintains laboratory supplies, reagent inventories, and equipment maintenance logs
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Performs both laboratory bench work and field sampling activities
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Responds to spill and stormwater events
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Assists senior staff with special research projects, sample analyses, and report preparation
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Uses the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for data entry and peer review of laboratory data
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Maintains laboratory records and prepares routine laboratory reports
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Performs other related duties as assigned
This position may be filled at either level:
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LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I is the entry-level training class in the series. Incumbents perform a variety of laboratory tests following standardized procedures or detailed instructions.
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LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II is the experienced working-level class in the series. Incumbents may perform a broader range of both standardized and non-standardized tests and analyses. This class differs from the Laboratory Technician I class by the greater technical knowledge and the greater independence of action.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
All Candidates must possess:
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A valid California Class C driver's license is required for positions that involve on-the-job driving. -AND-
For Laboratory Technician I
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Any combination of education or experience that provides the required knowledge and skills for the position.
For Laboratory Technician II
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Twelve (12) semester units of college chemistry; -AND-
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Two (2) years of laboratory experience conducting chemical, biological, or microbiological analyses and testing in sewage or water treatment operations.
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A bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or a closely related science may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience preparing microbiological media
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Experience performing microbiological testing for coliform bacteria and other indicators of fecal contamination
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Experience testing for human pathogens, including bacteria, parasites, and enteric viruses
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Experience performing mammalian cell culture assays
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Experience conducting molecular analyses
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Proficiency using computers and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)
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Knowledge of statistics and Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) protocols
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Familiarity with the California Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP)
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Familiarity with The NELAC Institute (TNI) 2016 Standard
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SELECTION PROCESS:-
All applications will be reviewed to determine if the minimum qualifications are met.
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The selection process will consist of a written exam which will be pass/fail and an interview weighted at 100%.
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Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
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Candidates will be notified of their results in the selection process by Human Resources via Neogov.
TO APPLY:
Please apply online at governmentjobs.com within this application period. By using the online application system, you willreceive confirmation via e-mail that your application was received for this position. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment Application or online application. Check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications may be sent via e-mail. Please verify that your registered email address is accurate andcurrent. To ensure proper delivery, add [email protected] to your contact list.
NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo an employment verification/reference check, DMV report, physical and a drug test.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Lauren Ortega at
[email protected].
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts converts waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources
