Water Quality Field Technician - Sampling & Field Investigations

Aquarion Water Authority; Monroe (CT); On-site; USD 42,036,000 - 70,059,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquarion Water Authority in Monroe, CT, is seeking a Field Technician in the Water Quality department to support field investigations, sample collection and water quality monitoring for customers and operations.

The role requires good communication, ability to lift 50 lbs, swim, and drive long distances to collect samples. A high school diploma is required; preferred degrees include Biology, Microbiology or Environmental Science, and a CT driver’s license with boat operator eligibility.

Qualifications

• Must possess a high school diploma.
• Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Microbiology, Environmental Science and/or related field, preferred.
• A valid Connecticut Driver's License, and the ability to obtain a DEEP Boat Operator’s Certificate to operate a motor boat is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field investigations that require collecting water samples and performing field tests with advanced testing meters and equipment for compliance and water quality monitoring.
• Collect samples, perform site evaluations and provide water quality information for customers with water quality concerns.
• Provide support to Supply, Utility and Service Operations departments with on-site treatment process feedback and field investigations at treatment plants, distribution systems and customer premises.
• Provide maintenance on supplies and equipment used in sample collection, weekly maintenance of assigned vehicles, and prepares sample bottles for collection.
• Provide support to the Information Services Coordinator with customer water quality problem resolution, providing water quality information directly to the customer
• Assist Laboratory Technicians with reagent preparation, quality assurance and sample preparation for contract laboratories.
• Record sample and test result data, and enter into LIMS databases.
• Various other duties as required.
• Perform all duties in a manner consistent with the Company's mission to be the service provider, employer and investment of choice through a relentless commitment to excellence.

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Swimming

Driving

Job description

Aquarion Water Authority in Monroe, CT, is seeking a Field Technician in the Water Quality department to support field investigations, sample collection and water quality monitoring for customers and operations.

The role requires good communication, ability to lift 50 lbs, swim, and drive long distances to collect samples. A high school diploma is required; preferred degrees include Biology, Microbiology or Environmental Science, and a CT driver’s license with boat operator eligibility.