Top 8 Environmental scientist Jobs in Lexington, Ky

Water Quality Technician
American Water —Lexington, KY
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Data analysis skills
- Health insurance
Environmental Scientist III (FFTL)
Commonwealth of Kentucky —Frankfort, KY
- $4,297.66 - $5,941.50 a month
- Full-time
- Office
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
6d
Student Research Assistant - Plant and Soil Sciences
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- University
Adjunct Faculty- Environmental Science Technology
Kentucky Community and Technical College System —Lexington, KY
- $800 an hour
- Part-time
- Laboratory
- Classroom
- Mid-level
FWS Summer 2026, Earth and Environmental Sciences Laboratory Assistant
University of Kentucky —Lexington, KY
- $12 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Analysis skills
Environmental Project Manager
ECS Ltd —Lexington, KY
- Mid-level
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
3d

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Water Quality Technician

American Water -
Lexington, KY

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
Water treatment systems
Visual color comparison
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Requisition ID: 109918

Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued.

People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.

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About American Water
American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.

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Primary Role

Responsible for collecting samples from the treatment plant or distribution system, performing routine water quality analyses, sample custody, data entry and recordkeeping. Interpret water quality results and initiate chemical dosage changes to treatment process. Responsible for organizing functions and activities related to environmental management and water quality for assigned facility. Investigates water quality complaints in the field and determines course of action needed. Responsible for maintaining all applicable lab certifications, accreditations, or approvals to conduct compliance and process quality control work. Implements the day to day collection of water quality samples. Implements programs to ensure environmental compliance. Assists in resolving treatment issues.

Key Accountabilities

Conduct sampling and/or analysis, as required, to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality regulations and company approved water quality standards.
Monitor/calibrate and troubleshoot analyzers, equipment, etc. to ensure established standards of performance and accuracy are maintained
Conduct special projects and prepare reports as needed.
Work with internal and external customers to build good relationships and solve laboratory issues.
Evaluate and monitor supplies and other laboratory costs to assist in maintaining the lab budget.
Assists in planning, preparation, and control the portion of the financial plan relating to responsibilities

Knowledge/Skills

Knowledge of basic chemistry and laboratory techniques and QA/QC programs.
Knowledge of regulatory requirements.
Working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Access required
Knowledge of federal and state environmental standards and regulations and understanding of current environmental legislation and regulations.
Regulatory knowledge of proper lab analytical testing methods is preferred.
Must understand principles of water and/or wastewater treatment.

Experience/Education

High School Dipolma or GED required, Associate's Degree preferred
Minimum Two (2) to four (4) years experience in water, wastewater, or environmental compliance preferred
Laboratory experience preferred
Previous compliance experience preferred

Travel Requirements

Position will be onsite, Monday through Friday, 8am to 430pm. Local travel to schools and homes.

Other

Must hold a valid State issued Driver’s License.
Ability to sit, stand, and walk for long periods of time. Ability to lift 35 lbs. Stairs required.
Must be able to distinguish colors to conduct testing using normal colorimetric methods.

Work Environment

Laboratory, Indoor/Outdoor, production/office environments.

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Competencies

Champions safety

Collaborates

Cultivates innovation

Customer obsessed

Drives Results

Nimble learning

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environmental scientist jobs in lexington, ky

Water Quality Technician

Environmental Scientist III (FFTL)

Student Research Assistant - Plant and Soil Sciences

Adjunct Faculty- Environmental Science Technology

FWS Summer 2026, Earth and Environmental Sciences Laboratory Assistant

Environmental Project Manager