Laboratory Technician (Temporary)

Dublin San Ramon Services District; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Dublin San Ramon Services District seeks a temporary, part-time Laboratory Technician to support the Laboratory and Technical Services division at the Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility.

The position is on-site with a Tue-Thu 8:00 am–4:00 pm schedule, for up to six months or 1,000 hours, whichever comes first. Duties include calibrating meters, verifications, and basic chemistry analyses.

Qualifications

• Associate of Arts degree in chemistry, biology, natural sciences or related field.
• Experience in environmental laboratory or wastewater lab is desirable.
• May not be an active CalPERS member.

Responsibilities

• Calibrating meters (e.g., pH).
• Daily equipment verifications (e.g., balances).
• Basic Wet Chemistry Analysis.
• Assists with preparation of microbiology supplies.
• Glassware cleaning.

Skills

Environmental lab experience

Meter calibration

Data verification

Glassware handling

Education

AA degree in chemistry/biology/natural sciences

Tools

pH meters

Balances

Job description

The Dublin San Ramon Services District is seeking a temporary, part-time Laboratory Technician to assist the Laboratory and Technical Services division.

Work schedule will be Tuesday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. This is an on-site position at the District's Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility.

This assignment is anticipated to last up to six (6) months or 1000 hours, which occurs first, but may end at any time at the discretion of the District. Performs a variety of entry-level duties in support of the Laboratory and Technical Services division including:

• Calibrating meters (e.g., pH)
• Daily equipment verifications (e.g., balances)
• Basic Wet Chemistry Analysis
• Assists with preparation of microbiology supplies
• Glassware cleaning

Minimum Requirements

• Equivalent to an Associate of Arts degree in chemistry, biology, natural sciences or a related field
• Experience in an environmental laboratory, wastewater treatment plant laboratory, industrial waste inspection or related experience is desirable
• May not be an active CalPERS member (CalPERS retirees are encouraged to apply.)