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Water Lab technician- Part time

Southwest Utah Public Health Department, Saint George, UT, United States


Performs a variety of duties related to the knowledge of aseptic sampling procedures and basic sample handling procedures; understanding of chain-of-custody and laboratory safety protocol; and the ability to operate sensitive electronic equipment in performing colorimetric analytical procedures.

Responsibilities

Record analytical results using internet-based software

Perform water sample analyses

Communicate accurate reports to clients

Ensure samples are stored, transported, and submitted to the lab properly

Participate in Department emergency preparedness drills as needed

Extensive travel (driving) throughout Washington, Iron, Garfield, Beaver, and Kane Counties may be required as part of main functions

Assist Environmental Health personnel in performing laboratory functions

Enter lab sample data accurately on lab reports and use department software

Collect swimming pool samples

Analyze water samples

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma (preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of or coursework in Biology, Microbiology, or Chemistry)

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Work Environment
May be required to stay at or return to work during public health incidents and/or emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normally assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.

A pre-employment background check will be conducted on the selected candidate.

The posting will remain open until closed.

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