Part-Time Water Sampling Technician
I-2-I Solutions, Inc. (I-2-I) is seeking a Part-Time Water Sampling Technician to collect critical and utility water samples from designated sampling ports within the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) at Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD). The technician will perform routine water sampling in accordance with established procedures, contract requirements, applicable AAMI standards, and facility safety requirements.
The collected samples will be used to evaluate water quality and support the safe and uninterrupted operation of water systems serving the Sterile Processing Department.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect critical and utility water samples from designated sample ports according to the required monthly and quarterly testing schedules.
- Collect samples from point-of-use critical water (1) , reverse-osmosis critical water (2), and utility water sources (1).
- Follow established sampling procedures and applicable ANSI/AAMI ST108 guidelines to ensure accurate and representative sample collection.
- Perform or coordinate required water quality testing for collected samples in accordance with the contract requirements.
- Accurately document sample information, including sample location/port, date, time, sample type, testing parameters, and other required information.
- Properly label, handle, preserve, package, and transport samples for laboratory analysis as required.
- Maintain sampling equipment in proper working condition and ensure applicable test equipment is appropriately calibrated.
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safe working conditions while performing sampling activities within the medical facility.
- Comply with all applicable facility security, safety, infection-control, PPE, and access requirements.
- Report abnormal sampling conditions, failed or out-of-range results, sampling issues, or other water-quality concerns to the designated I-2-I supervisor.
- Assist with re-testing when required due to failed or out-of-range results.
- Maintain required sampling records, field service documentation, and other project records.
- Provide timely information and documentation necessary for laboratory reports and contract deliverables.
- Support unscheduled or emergency water sampling following water interruptions, system repairs, disinfection, or other distribution-system events, when requested and authorized.
- Be available for potential on-site re-testing within the required response timeframe when results fall outside applicable AAMI standards.
Required Water Testing
Water testing will be performed according to the fixed schedule established under the contract and applicable AAMI testing frequency guidelines. The scope requires monthly critical water testing, monthly reverse-osmosis critical water testing, and quarterly utility water testing.
Monthly Point-of-Use Critical Water Testing
Monthly testing includes:
- pH – Power of Hydrogen
- Conductivity / Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
- Total Alkalinity
- Total Hardness
- Bacteria / Microbial Level
- Endotoxin
Monthly Reverse-Osmosis Critical Water Testing
Monthly testing of designated reverse-osmosis critical water sample ports includes:
- pH – Power of Hydrogen
- Conductivity / Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
- Total Alkalinity
- Total Hardness
- Bacteria / Microbial Level
- Endotoxin
Quarterly Point-of-Use Utility Water Testing
Quarterly testing includes:
- pH – Power of Hydrogen
- Conductivity / Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)
- Total Hardness
- Total Alkalinity
- Bacteria / Microbial Level
Testing is performed from the appropriate water sources in accordance with the most current applicable AAMI ST108 standards.
Unscheduled and Emergency Sampling
The technician may also be required to support unscheduled water sampling following:
- Water interruptions or service disruptions
- Repairs to the water distribution system
- Disinfection activities
- Restoration of water service
- Boil-water situations
- Other emergency or system-related events
When requested, samples will be collected from affected sample ports using the applicable routine testing parameters. The contract projects approximately one unscheduled event per quarter (four annually).
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or training in environmental science, water quality, laboratory science, healthcare, or a related technical field preferred.
- Prior experience in water sampling, water quality testing, laboratory sampling, medical facility water systems, Sterile Processing Department water systems, or related work is required.
- Familiarity with water quality sampling procedures and laboratory sample handling.
- Knowledge of ANSI/AAMI ST108 or comparable healthcare water-quality standards preferred.
- Experience collecting samples from designated sample ports and points of use preferred.
- Ability to accurately collect, label, document, package, and transport water samples.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in sample identification and recordkeeping.
- Ability to follow established sampling procedures, safety requirements, and facility protocols.
- Ability to work professionally within a hospital/medical-center environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively with facility personnel and the I-2-I project team.
- Reliable and able to consistently meet the required monthly sampling schedule.
- Ability to work independently while coordinating sampling activities with facility personnel.
- Ability to respond to occasional unscheduled or emergency sampling requirements, when needed.
- Must be able to satisfy applicable Naval Medical Center San Diego access and security requirements. The SOW requires field personnel to complete applicable base access requirements and maintain appropriate identification while on the NMCSD premises.
Work Schedule
- Part-time position
- Routine sampling is scheduled for the first Monday of each month.
- If the first Monday falls on a recognized Federal holiday, sampling will occur on the next business day.
- Routine work is performed between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM Pacific Time.
- Additional quarterly sampling activities will be performed according to the established schedule.
- Occasional unscheduled or emergency sampling may be required following water-system interruptions, repairs, disinfection, or other events.
- Additional on-site support may be required within 24 hours when notified of a failed or out-of-range water quality result.
Compensation
Hourly or per-sample rate, as applicable, in accordance with contract terms.
Work Location
Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD)
Sterile Processing Department (SPD)
Building One, Ground Floor
34800 Bob Wilson Drive
San Diego, CA 92134
The position is in person and requires the technician to report to the Sterile Processing Department for check-in and check-out when performing services.
Physical and Work Requirements
The position requires the technician to travel throughout the designated medical facility to access assigned sampling ports and water sources. The technician must be able to safely handle sampling containers, testing equipment, and related materials and perform sampling activities in a healthcare environment.
The technician must comply with NMCSD safety, security, access, identification, PPE, and facility requirements. The SOW requires field personnel to maintain appropriate professional behavior and attire and comply with facility safety requirements while on site.
The technician may also be required to transport samples and related materials and maintain appropriate documentation associated with each sampling event.
Pay: $31.73 per hour
Work Location: In person
