SUMMARYThis position reports to the Lab Director or Lab Regulatory Compliance Specialist. The Lab Analyst will conduct various microbiological, wet chemistry and inorganic analyses of wastewater, drinking water and other environmental samples. The Lab Analyst must have the ability to work flexible shifts, a rotating schedule including weekends, holidays, and night shifts and overtime, as needed.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES* Calibration, operation, and troubleshooting of basic laboratory equipment. (i.e., pH meters, spectrophotometers, dissolved oxygen meters).* The proper operation of composite samplers and collection procedure of samples at various locations in the wastewater treatment plant and various other laboratory client locations.* Calibration, operation, and troubleshooting of the ion chromatographic systems and atomic absorption spectrophotometer (flame and furnace).* Perform various microbiological examinations of drinking water, wastewater and environmental samples. May function as the lead employee in this area.* Cleaning and maintaining laboratory instrumentation, glassware and equipment.* Following laboratory SOPs for all analyses, sampling, and data handling.* Evaluating and compiling data results of analyses, and generation of QC data in accordance with Laboratory SOPs.* Excellent written and oral communication skills with supervisory personnel, co-workers, and lab clients. Generate various lab reports, spreadsheets, and other written material based on interpretation of data and analytical results.* Computer proficiency related to database entry, spreadsheet management, word processing functions, sample logs, and QC logs.* Perform work safely by observing all safety rules and regulations, and by utilizing all available safety equipment.* This is a safety sensitive position. A safety sensitive position is a job which includes work duties in which an employee's performance of the job impacts the safety of themselves or others. The term includes jobs where performing a task poorly or failure to perform it all could result in a safety incident. A person in a safety sensitive position must have the ability to perform a given set of tasks effectively without exception, on an ongoing basis.* As needed and/or directed, assist the ACUA with its environmental mission and commitment to excellent customer service, to include but not limited to: serve in an advocacy role, help with site tours, attend events and activities that the Authority participates in or sponsors.* Remain compliant with all training requirements for this position. The training requirements for this position are located on InsideACUA in the Employee Resources section (Blue Box) under Training Resources.

　　MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS* Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or in a field related to Water and Wastewater treatment, with a minimum of 4 credits in Microbiology.* Minimum 3 years working experience in a lab doing analyses on water, wastewater, or related field, and be familiar with general environmental and or municipal laboratory procedures, instruments, and test equipment associated with this field.

　　ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES* Valid driver's license in good standing.* Exceptional organizational, written and verbal communication skills.* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and other related applications.* Ability to work shifts flexible shifts, including night shifts, weekends, and holidays and overtime if needed.* Report to work during weather related conditions and emergencies.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS* Working knowledge of environmental microbiological analyses and identification of bacteria.* Working knowledge of advanced instrumentation such as: atomic absorption and ion chromatography systems.