Water Quality Lab Specialist (On-Call)

Socket.dev; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an entry-level Water Quality Laboratory Technician to provide routine testing, analysis, and laboratory support for a drinking water program, ensuring regulatory compliance. The role supports operations, collects and analyzes samples, prepares media, and reviews results while maintaining accurate records.

On-call coverage 24/7 is required, along with assisting in QA activities, equipment maintenance, and clear communication of findings to supervisors.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED; two years of water sample analysis experience.
• Two years of water sample analysis experience; six months wet chemistry in lab.
• Certification: Georgia Water Laboratory Analyst Certification within 15 months.

Responsibilities

• Collects water samples and analyzes them for established criteria.
• Maintains logs and prepares reports on test results.
• Operates and calibrates laboratory equipment and maintains QA documentation.
• Responds to public inquiries about water system problems.
• Performs 24/7 on-call duties as required.

Skills

Chemistry knowledge

Bacteriology knowledge

Water analysis

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking an entry-level Water Quality Laboratory Technician to provide routine testing, analysis, and laboratory support for a drinking water program, ensuring regulatory compliance. The role supports operations, collects and analyzes samples, prepares media, and reviews results while maintaining accurate records.

On-call coverage 24/7 is required, along with assisting in QA activities, equipment maintenance, and clear communication of findings to supervisors.