Water Quality Lab Technician – EPA Methods Expert

Orange-County-Water-District; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Water District seeks Laboratory Technician/Senior Laboratory Technician to analyze water samples per EPA and Standard Methods. Responsibilities include wet chemistry, extractions, and maintaining sample custody across Lab operations.

Senior level supports interns and prioritizes workload to meet district needs. The role requires knowledge of EPA 300/500 series methods, LIMS, QA/QC, and ability to work independently when needed.

Qualifications

• Two years of related laboratory and computer experience; Senior level requires four years.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology or related field preferred.
• AWWA/CWEA laboratory analyst certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, physical, and microbiological analyses on water samples using EPA methods.
• Maintain and operate LIMS; ensure proper data recording and reporting.
• Provide QA/QC support and assist in audits and data validation.

Skills

EPA methods

LIMS data entry

QA/QC

Sample prep

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

AWWA/CWEA certification preferred

Tools

ICP-OES

ICP-MS

HPLC

GC

Job description

Orange County Water District seeks Laboratory Technician/Senior Laboratory Technician to analyze water samples per EPA and Standard Methods. Responsibilities include wet chemistry, extractions, and maintaining sample custody across Lab operations.

Senior level supports interns and prioritizes workload to meet district needs. The role requires knowledge of EPA 300/500 series methods, LIMS, QA/QC, and ability to work independently when needed.