Performs daily tests on wastewater samples in various stages of treatment to ensure compliance of environmental standards.
Operates, cleans, calibrates, and maintains laboratory equipment and instruments.
Calculates results from raw laboratory data; logs results; maintains accurate test records to facilitate preparation of various State and Federal wastewater treatment reports.
Prepares reagents, standards, and test solutions as needed.
Resolves day-to-day questions/problems from treatment plant operators regarding appropriate materials, methods, and procedures to be used in collecting treatment plant samples.
Assists with data entry and other duties as needed.
Collects samples; performs on-site analysis as necessary.
Contributes effectively to the Public Works Department, communicates effectively with co-workers, both within the department as well as outside the department. Maintains satisfactory attendance to ensure duties are performed without negatively impacting co-workers or delivery of service to the public.