Part-Time Water Quality Sampler / Licensed Water System Operator

I-2-I Solutions; Malibu (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

I-2-I Solutions in Malibu, CA is seeking a part-time Water Quality Sampler and Licensed Water System Operator to perform drinking-water sample collection, field testing, and documentation at two National Park Service well-water systems. The position is route-based and on-call, with biweekly, monthly, and annual sampling schedules.

You will uphold chain-of-custody records, coordinate laboratory deliveries with CA ELAP-certified labs, and comply with federal, state, and OSHA safety requirements

Qualifications

• Must have drinking-water sampling experience and knowledge of sampling procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate chain-of-custody and site logs.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and field safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Collect bacteriological and drinking-water samples from two water systems in Malibu.
• Conduct biweekly coliform sampling at designated locations.
• Collect monthly raw-water bacteriological samples and other compliance samples.
• Record sampling data, test results, and dates in site logs.
• Deliver samples to a CA ELAP-certified laboratory within required holding times.

Skills

Water sampling

Field testing

Chain-of-custody documentation

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Education

Licensed Water System Operator

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Malibu, California

Worksites: Circle X Ranch and Arroyo Sequit, Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area

Employment Type: Part-Time / On-Call

Anticipated Start Date: August 1, 2026

Schedule: Weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Position Summary

I-2-I Solutions is seeking a qualified Water Quality Sampler and Licensed Water System Operator to perform drinking-water sample collection, field testing, documentation, and sample transportation services at two National Park Service well-water systems in Malibu, California. The position is part-time and route-based. The selected individual will conduct biweekly, monthly, and annual sampling activities and deliver collected samples to a California Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program, or CA ELAP, certified laboratory. The successful candidate must be dependable, detail-oriented, familiar with drinking-water sampling procedures, and capable of maintaining accurate chain-of-custody and site-log documentation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collect bacteriological and drinking-water samples from the Circle X and Arroyo Sequit water systems
• Conduct biweekly coliform sampling at designated system locations
• Collect monthly raw-water bacteriological samples
• Collect THM, HAA5, nitrate, nitrite, and other required compliance samples according to the approved sampling schedule
• Conduct field chlorine-residual testing during distribution-system sampling
• Verify and document chlorine readings on the chain-of-custody form and in the applicable well-house log
• Properly label, preserve, store, and transport samples in accordance with regulatory and laboratory requirements
• Deliver samples to a CA ELAP-certified laboratory within the required sample holding times
• Complete accurate chain-of-custody documentation for each sample
• Record sampling dates, times, locations, test results, and other required information in site logs
• Notify the project manager promptly of abnormal field readings, access problems, missed samples, damaged equipment, or other issues
• Follow applicable federal, California, OSHA, National Park Service, and water-system safety requirements
• Protect government property, keys, facilities, and sensitive site information
• Coordinate sampling dates and laboratory deliveries with the project manager and laboratory personnel
• Perform repeat or corrective sampling when authorized and required