Senior Lab Analyst - President Street Plant

Purpose

This position is responsible for conducting laboratory analysis on wastewater, surface waters, and biosolids for compliance sampling, process control, and investigative sampling, analyzed according to approved EPA methods.

We offer great pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, employee/spouse/child supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, deferred compensation plan (457 B), pension plan, flexible spending account, employee referral program, home purchase assistance, and 12 paid holidays!

Women, Minorities, and Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply!

Essential Job Functions

• Performs metal analysis using an atomic absorption spectrometer, autosampler, and Multiware Microwave for digestion of samples.
• Performs oil and grease analysis using liquid phase extractors and Speed Vap III.
• Performs analyses on wastewater, industrial, and surface waters.
• Operates the Total Organic Carbon (TOC)/ Total Nitrogen (TN) analyzer.
• Conducts toxicity testing using bioluminescent bacteria and BTEX analysis using GC-MS and Rapid Assay technique.
• Conducts conventional laboratory analysis.
• Trains, assists, monitors, and reviews analytical procedures done by lab personnel for accuracy and completeness.
• Inspects instruments/equipment to ensure safe operating conditions; calibrates instruments; performs routine preventive maintenance on instruments. Troubleshoots.
• Interprets and reviews data generated by various automated instrumentation. Ensures accuracy and adherence to QA/QC program. Reports findings into laboratory database (LIMS). Notifies supervisor of non-conformance issues with data.
• Monitors lab inventory and gas cylinder levels, and requests items to be ordered as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry, Biology, or a related science field; with two (2) years of experience as a Laboratory Technician; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Requires Wastewater Laboratory Analyst License.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Additional Requirements

Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment.

Additional Information

• Knowledge of laboratory analytical procedures and methods.
• Knowledge of EPA and EPD regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of city and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of operation and maintenance of advanced analytical instruments.
• Knowledge of chemicals, instruments, and equipment used in laboratory analysis.
• Skill in conducting research and evaluating complex technical information.
• Skill in performing mathematical calculations and statistical analysis.
• Skill in reading and interpreting technical instruction manuals.
• Skill in matrix interferences and ability to overcome them.
• Skill in utilizing a computer and specialized software programs.
• Skill in operating standard and specialized laboratory tools, equipment, meters, and instruments.
• Skill in oral and written communication

City Of Savannah Employee Benefits

Overview of Benefits

Paid Holiday

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Defined Benefit Retirement Pension Plan

Protective Services Retirement Plan (select positions)

Deferred Compensation Retirement Plan

Retirement Seminars

PPO Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Health \& Wellness Incentives

Long Term Disability

Excellence and Service Recognition

Employee Development and In-Service Training

Educational Assistance Program

Uniform Allowance (select positions)

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts and Memberships

Employee Relations

Direct Deposit

Credit Union

Pretax Parking Deductions

Employer Assisted Home Purchase Program

Domestic Partnership Benefits

Healthcare

PPO Medical Plus Plan

PPO Medical Basic Plan

Dental Plus Plan

Dental Basic Plan

Vision Service Plan

Life Insurance

Basic Life and ADD

Supplemental Life Employee

Supplemental Life Spouse

Supplemental Life Child

Benefits costs are paid by the City of Savannah, by the employee or shared by both the City and the employee.

01

Do you hold a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a Wastewater Laboratory Analyst Certification?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a minimum of one (2) years of work experience in water/wastewater treatment? (Experience must be listed on application)]

• Yes
• No

04

Describe your experience collecting and analyzing samples. (The name of the employer where this experience was obtained must be included in the work history section of the application).

• Required Question