Sampling Specialist

Washington Water Service Company; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Water Service in Gig Harbor, WA seeks a Sampling Specialist to perform water sampling and maintain records related to water quality. The role requires compliance with DOH, EPA, and Safe Drinking Water Act and daily coordination of sampling activities.

You will prepare bottles, collect samples from wells and distribution systems, deliver to the lab, monitor schedules, and ensure documentation is complete.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Availability for after-hours and on-call work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid Washington State driver's license.
• Obtain Water Distribution System certification within 1 year of hire date.
• Obtain Flagger certification within 1 year of hire date.
• Obtain First Aid certification within 1 year of hire date.
• Obtain Cross Connection Certification (CCS) within 1 year of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Perform water sampling per DOH regulations, EPA, and Federal Safe Drinking Water Act; record and maintain all records related to water quality sampling.
• Prepare and organize water sample bottles, containers, and related tracking documents; collect water samples from wells, distribution systems, and water treatment facilities.
• Deliver water samples to the laboratory for analysis; ensure the required documentation for each sample is complete and correct; monitor sampling schedules daily to ensure timely completion of sampling.
• Inspect sample sites and perform repairs or upgrades as needed.
• Flush distribution systems and maintain system flushing records; respond to inquiries from customers related to water quality.
• Support the relationship between Washington Water Company and the public; maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and company information.
• Operate and maintain chlorine pumps.
• Handle hazardous materials.
• Monitor and record chlorine residuals throughout distribution systems.
• Monitor and record overall operation and security of well sites.
• Operate motor vehicles.
• Perform work on-site in the assigned office location.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Water sampling

Record keeping

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Water Distribution System certification

Flagger certification

First Aid certification

Cross Connection Certification (CCS)

Job description

Washington Water Service

Job Description:

The Sampling Specialist is responsible for performing water sampling; recording and maintaining all records related to water quality sampling. The position is located in Gig Harbor, Washington.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs water sampling per DOH regulations, EPA, and Federal Safe Drinking Water Act; record and maintain all records related to water quality sampling.
• Prepares and organizes water sample bottles, containers, and related tracking documents; collect water samples from wells, distribution systems, and water treatment facilities.
• Delivers water samples to the laboratory for analysis; ensure the required documentation for each sample is complete and correct; monitor sampling schedules daily to ensure the timely completion of sampling.
• Inspects sample sites and perform repairs or upgrades as needed.
• Flush distribution systems and maintain system flushing records; respond to inquiries from customers related to water quality.
• Supports the relationship between Washington Water Company and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors, the public and city staff; maintains confidentiality or work related issues and company information.
• Operates and maintains chlorine pumps.
• Handles hazardous materials.
• Monitors and records chlorine residuals throughout the distribution systems.
• Monitors and records overall operation and security of well sites.
• Operates motor vehicles.
• Performs work on-site in the assigned office location
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Available to work after hours and on-call when scheduled.
• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid Washington State driver's license.
• Obtain Water Distribution System certification within 1 year of hire date.
• Obtain Flagger certification within 1 year of hire date.
• Obtain First Aid certification within 1 year of hire date.
• Cross Connection Certification (CCS) within 1 year of hire date.

Salary Range: $24.13 - $44.76

Deadline to submit resumes: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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