Laboratory Analyst I/II

California Water Environment Association Inc; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

California Water Environment Association Inc seeks a Lab Analyst to perform routine analytical work on wastewater, reclaimed water, biosolids, and soils. The role involves sampling, data recording, testing procedures, and assisting field investigations to resolve wastewater issues.

Candidate must obtain CWEA Laboratory Analyst Grade I or II within 18 months. Compensation ranges from $46.63–$64.13 per hour, and the position is union-represented under LiUna Local 792.

Qualifications

• Possession of CWEA Lab Analyst Grade I or II certificate within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and interprets standard laboratory analysis
• Collects samples
• Sets up testing procedures, records data, and analyzes results
• Assists with field investigations to determine and mitigate wastewater problems
• Conducts inspections of commercial discharge to the collection system
• Assists in implementing the source control program
• Ensures that discharge complies with local regulations and ordinances.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Sample collection

Data recording

Job description

Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of routine standardized chemical, biological, and bacteriological analysis on wastewater, reclaimed water, biosolids, and soil samples, including:

• Conducts and interprets standard laboratory analysis
• Collects samples
• Sets up testing procedures, records data, and analyzes results
• Assists with field investigations to determine and mitigate wastewater problems
• Conducts inspections of commercial discharge to the collection system
• Assists in implementing the source control program
• Ensures that discharge complies with local regulations and ordinances.

Possession of, or ability to obtain within 18 months of date of hire, a California Water Environment Association (CWEA) – Laboratory Analyst Grade I or II certificate.

Compensation:

Lab Analyst I – $46.63/hr - $56.68/hr

Lab Analyst II - $52.76/hr - $64.13/hr

This position is represented by LiUna Local 792 and is covered by the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement.

Application deadline: October 23, 2026