Water/Wastewater Lab Analyst | Training & Housing Support

Socket.dev; Avon (CO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing program

Training and certification support

Relocation Assistance

13.5 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Avon District is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to perform comprehensive water and wastewater analyses and support regulatory reporting. The role includes field sampling, data management in LIMS, and ensuring quality and safety in a small team.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 3 years of lab experience, Colorado certifications within a year, and a valid CO driver's license. Benefits include housing programs and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Laboratory Analyst I requires a minimum of three years of laboratory analysis experience.
• State of Colorado Water Distribution, Water Treatment, Wastewater Collection, or Wastewater Treatment certification within one year of employment.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment.
• CPR/First Aid Certification within the first two years of employment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lab Analysis: perform microbiological, chemical, biochemical, nutrient, and physical analyses on drinking water, wastewater, and surface water samples.
• Field Work: collect samples and parameters from District sites and waterways; deploy and QC check data loggers.
• Data & Reporting: record test data, perform calculations, and enter results into LIMS; create reports and support regulatory data submissions.
• Equipment & Maintenance: prepare reagents, solutions, and media; calibrate and maintain lab equipment such as pH meters, titrators, and incubators; keep the lab clean, organized, and safe.
• Customer Service & Compliance: provide consultation to internal and external customers on regulatory compliance; respond to inquiries from the public and other agencies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Avon District is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to perform comprehensive water and wastewater analyses and support regulatory reporting. The role includes field sampling, data management in LIMS, and ensuring quality and safety in a small team.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, 3 years of lab experience, Colorado certifications within a year, and a valid CO driver's license. Benefits include housing programs and training opportunities.