Laboratory Technician I, II (SG-370-25E) - Warren Facility bei Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, CA

NOTE: 
     This position requires a variable work schedule with non-consecutive days off and working all weekends and all holidays.  
 
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 conducts and participates in a variety of routine chemical and biological analyses on aqueous and solid samples from sanitary landfills, industrial waste, food waste, wastewater treatment facilities, and bodies of water receiving effluents to determine the effectiveness of treatment and conformance with California and Arizona regulatory requirements; prepares standard solutions and reagents; inspects, adjusts, cleans, maintains and operates laboratory equipment, automated samplers, and work areas;  inputs data into computers and LIMS; keeps laboratory records; collects samples from the Warren Facility; and performs related duties as required.
 
The LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I is the entry level training class in the series.  Incumbents follow standardized procedures or detailed instructions to perform a limited range of laboratory tests.

   The LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II is the experienced working level class in the series.  Incumbents perform a broad range of both standardized and non-standardized tests and analyses.  This class differs from the Laboratory Technician I class by the greater technical knowledge required to conduct the more complex sampling, analyses and the greater independence of action exercised.

     Candidates must possess: A valid California Class C driver license for positions performing on-the-job driving -AND- 

     For LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I, any education or experience which provides the knowledge and skills listed. 

    For LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II, twelve semester units of college chemistry -AND- Two years of laboratory experience conducting chemical, biological or microbiological analyses and tests in sewage or water treatment operations. A bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or closely related science may substitute for one year of experience.

     The competitive selection process may cover a knowledge of:  The principles of chemistry; the principles and methods of chemical analyses; principles and properties of chemicals and materials used in laboratory analyses; standard laboratory techniques, basic algebra, safe laboratory practices; and the use, trouble shooting, care, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.  The ability to:  Conduct chemical and biological laboratory tests on solid and liquid samples using standardized methods; understand and carry out technical instructions, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, accurately take and record measurements, effectively use laboratory equipment and materials; and maintain records.