Laboratory Analyst

Clark Regional Wastewater District is seeking an experienced Laboratory Analyst to join our team of professionals protecting public health and the environment through the responsible management and operation of the regional wastewater treatment systems. The Laboratory Analyst is responsible for technical and analytical work in a certified laboratory, including wastewater, industrial waste, and biosolids sample collection, preparation, and analysis to guide operational control of wastewater treatment processes and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and permits.

Ideal Candidate:

• Planning & Organized - Planning, prioritizing, and organizing work to manage time effectively and accomplish multiple assigned tasks with competing deadlines.
• Analytical – Analyze data and information with attention to detail, draw logical conclusions and make recommendations.
• Professional - Apply comprehensive knowledge within a specific operating context to achieve desired program goals and objectives.
• Collaborative - Develop and maintain professional relationships and work effectively with staff from diverse backgrounds and with diverse interests, building consensus for operational processes, programs and solutions.
• Communicator - Share information with team members in a timely manner to ensure they have the necessary information and resources to do their job effectively.
• Quality Assurance/Quality Control - entering, transcribing, recording, storing, and maintaining information accurately and precisely and in accordance with established protocols, standards, and methods.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform routine chemical, physical and microbiological tests and analyses for all plant processes, waste stream flows, water, sediment, biosolids, industrial waste, and environmental samples within required timeframes.
• Evaluate and interpret test results and data and conduct trend analysis to provide timely recommendations for appropriate process control and corrective actions.
• Generate, prepare, and review facility operational reports for regulatory compliance.
• Conduct proficiency testing as required to demonstrate competency and maintain lab accreditation.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and quality control and collaborate to implement corrective actions.
• Operate, calibrate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair analytical and laboratory instruments and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety procedures and maintain the laboratory in a safe, clean, and professional manner.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of relevant experience performing qualitative and quantitative testing and analysis of environmental samples, and wastewater preferred.
  • Work experience in an accredited or certified laboratory environment is preferred.

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field. Advanced education may be substituted for work experience.
• Washington State Group III Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator's Certification, or ability to obtain certification within 12 months of date of hire, preferred.
• Valid state-issued driver's license with a good driving record.

Compensation:

• Starting Salary: $39.32 to $44.96 per hour DOQ.
• Salary Range: $39.32 to $51.41 per hour

Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• PERS retirement
• Paid family medical, dental and vision
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Paid education and training
• Certification and Licensure Incentives
• Long-term disability insurance
• Relocation Expense Reimbursement (Eligible Candidates)

For more information and how to apply, visit: https://www.crwwd.com/jobs.html.

Clark Regional Wastewater District is a professional and growing utility in Vancouver, WA and is accredited by the American Public Works Association.

The District is an equal employment opportunity employer. Position remains open until filled.