Chemist I (Environmental Control) - DPW

Energy Vault; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is hiring an entry-level laboratory technician to conduct quantitative analyses on water samples. The role involves using sophisticated laboratory equipment, preparing samples, and ensuring accurate testing results. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in natural sciences, with opportunities for both promotional growth and valuable benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Pension

Paid Time Off

Work-Life Balance

Qualifications

• Knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry.
• Skills in modern lab methods and water pollutants.
• Ability to maintain relationships, patience, and physical condition suitable for the role.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, calibrates, and runs automated analysis equipment.
• Directs technicians in sample preparations and simple tests.
• Prepares materials and reagents for tests.

Skills

Laboratory techniques

Sampling

Operating complex equipment

Analyzing results

Education

Bachelor's degree in natural sciences or Chemistry

Job description

Under supervision, an employee in this class performs entry-level professional work conducting quantitative analyses on samples from marine and fresh surface waters, groundwater, and industrial and domestic wastewater sources. The primary purpose of this position is to monitor the composition of ground and surface waters to detect and guard against pollution. The work involves the supervised use and general maintenance of sophisticated modern laboratory equipment such as an auto-analyzer, atomic absorption spectrophotometer, organic carbon analyzer, and gas chromatograph. The incumbent performs some preparatory and routine functions independently but handles more complex assignments under direct or general supervision, depending on difficulty. Direct supervision may be exercised over Laboratory Technicians and Aides.

*Does related work as required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sets up, calibrates, and runs automated analysis equipment to analyze water, wastewater, and septage samples.
• Performs and directs Laboratory Technicians and Aides in sample preparations, simple tests, and analyses.
• Performs analyses related to wastewater treatment facilities' performance.
• Prepares materials and reagents for tests.
• Receives, logs, labels, and stores samples properly.
• Reads test result charts, calculates, and logs data.
• Checks supply levels.
• May testify in court regarding findings.
• Performs clean-up activities such as washing glassware.

Benefits For You Now And Your Future

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive plan including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Pension
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, personal days, and paid holidays.
• Work-Life Balance: Regular hours, reducing overtime and irregular shifts.

Overall, county government jobs offer competitive benefits and job security.

*This position does not offer relocation assistance or sponsorship at this time.

Starting Salary: $54,392 to $88,531

OPEN COMPETITIVE and PROMOTIONAL opportunities available, requiring a Bachelor's degree with specific coursework in the natural sciences and Chemistry.

Additional Position Details:

• Knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry, mathematics, modern lab methods, water pollutants, and statistics.
• Skills in laboratory techniques, sampling, operating complex equipment, and analyzing results.
• Ability to maintain relationships, patience, persistence, and physical condition suitable for the role.

Suffolk County values diversity, inclusion, and equity and is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.