Water & Water Supply
Laboratory Technician
Pay Rate:
Pay Frequency:
$43,000 - $64,500
Annually
Get down to work in the lab! We are looking for a Laboratory Tecnician to accurately perform chemical, physical, and biological analysis of water. You'll collect samples (like raw and treated water), prepare media for testing, perform routine physical, chemical, bacteriological, and microscopic analysis (including special tests to determine mineral content, presence of common & uncommon toxic elements, chemical balance of water, etc.) record results data for official use, and more.
If you have experience in biology, chemistry, or a related science, know how to operate lab equipment like microscopes and centrifuges, and take lab inspection and safety practices seriously, this could be the perfect job for you. Don't wait - apply today!
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Water & Water Supply
Full Time
Albany, NY
Requirements
*These are the minimum qualifications necessary by law to be considered for this position. If you do not have the needed experience or equivalent experience required for this role, kindly consider applying for another position with us.
Good knowledge of modern techniques, testing practices, equipment, safety precautions and terminology used in the analysis of water
Good knowledge of the principles of bacteriology, biology, chemistry and physics as they relate to water analysis
Good knowledge of personal computers and office equipment
Skilled in the operation and care of laboratory apparatus and equipment
Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex technical written instructions
Ability to maintain technical records accurately and prepare related reports
A high degree of accuracy, visual acuity, good judgment, and ependability
Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or one accredited by the NYS Board of Regents to grant degrees with an Associate’s Degree or higher in laboratory technology, chemistry, bacteriology, or a related field; OR high school diploma or equivalency diploma + two (2) years of fulltime paid experience as Laboratory Technician in a public health laboratory or a private technical laboratory