Water Quality Lab Assistant

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Great retirement plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

City of Austin’s Austin Water department seeks an Analyst to perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses of water, wastewater, and environmental samples using EPA-approved qualitative and quantitative techniques. The role involves collecting samples across sites and maintaining strict QA/QC documentation to ensure data integrity.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences, a valid Texas Class C Driver License, and adherence to all

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Environmental, or Biological Sciences.
• Valid Texas Class C Driver License.
• Experience with EPA standards or QA/QC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drives to various sites to collect samples.
• Prepares and analyzes water, wastewater, or environmental samples.
• Follows established protocols and QA/QC procedures.
• Maintains Chain of Custody and data documentation.
• Operates and calibrates analytical instrumentation.
• Performs proficiency tests and quality assurance tasks.
• Assists with administrative duties as required.

Skills

Water quality testing

EPA-approved standards

Data analysis

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Environmental/Biological sciences

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Job description

City of Austin’s Austin Water department seeks an Analyst to perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses of water, wastewater, and environmental samples using EPA-approved qualitative and quantitative techniques. The role involves collecting samples across sites and maintaining strict QA/QC documentation to ensure data integrity.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemical, environmental, or biological sciences, a valid Texas Class C Driver License, and adherence to all