GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB (Lab Technician) Incumbents perform and interpret lab results. Responsibilities may include maintaining a quality assurance plan; interpreting lab results; writing and updating lab procedures; maintaining lab records; calculating chemical dosages, chemical usage, flow rates, detention times, and other similar calculations; and performing the duties of the lower level. This is a technical and skilled position collecting and analyzing samples ensuring overall water quality in the Clarksville Water System or Clarksville Wastewater System meets or exceeds all relative water quality regulatory standards. GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB (Lab Analyst) Incumbents perform and interpret lab results and provide direction to lower-level employees. Responsibilities may include maintaining a quality assurance plan; interpreting lab results; writing and updating lab procedures; maintaining lab records; calculating chemical dosages, chemical usage, flow rates, detention times, and other similar calculations; and performing the duties of the lower level. This is a technical and skilled position where incumbent collects and analyzes samples ensuring data entry is accurate; advises/mentors lower level and operations staff within laboratory/plant operations ensuring overall water quality in the Clarksville Water System or Clarksville Wastewater System meets or exceeds all relative water quality regulatory standards. PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION IS LOCATED AT THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT. PLEASE NOTE: TWO (2) DESCRIPTIONS ARE DISPLAYED. THE INCUMBENT WILL BE HIRED AT THE HIGHEST SKILL LEVEL MET BASED ON EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSING. Example of Duties SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Functions: (Lab Technician) Performs sample analyses utilizing highly technical laboratory equipment; interprets lab results which includes performing routine laboratory tests of applicable samples using standard laboratory methods; drawing conclusions; interpreting results; analyzing findings; calculating chemical dosages, chemical usage, flow rates, and detention times; writes and updates lab procedures as necessary; and performing related duties. Collects, preserves, and disposes of lab samples following established guidelines, which may include collecting samples from applicable sites; handling preserved or hazardous samples; determining acceptable hold times; disposing of samples based on sample types and applicable preservatives; and/or, performing other related activities. Cleans and organizes lab facilities and equipment; monitors and maintains applicable equipment, supplies, information technology items, and/or inventory; orders equipment and supplies; stocks materials, supplies, and products; and maintains lab cleanliness. Prepares and maintains various records related to laboratory activities, ensuring data accuracy and integrity following all city, state and federal standards and regulations; notifies supervisor(s) of results indicative of potential impact to the water quality. Assists in development and implementation of water quality monitoring plans, standard operating procedures, and other plans as required; maintains the standards for laboratory certification by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Performs other related work as required. Essential Functions: (Lab Analyst) Performs and interprets lab results which includes performing routine laboratory tests of applicable samples using standard laboratory methods; drawing conclusions; interpreting results; analyzing findings; calculating chemical dosages, chemical usage, flow rates, and detention times; conducts and/or assigns calibrations of all laboratory and operational analytical equipment to ensure Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program standards are met; writes and updates lab procedures as necessary; and performs related duties. Reviews and analyzes compiled analyses data related to laboratory operation and maintenance; reviews and submits a variety of reports to operational staff on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis; reviews, prepares, and submits water quality reports required by state and federal regulations. Cleans and organizes lab facilities and equipment; monitors and maintains applicable equipment, supplies, information technology items, and/or inventory; orders equipment and supplies; stocks materials, supplies, and products. Assists in development and implementation of water quality monitoring plans, standard operating procedures, and other plans as required; maintains the standards for laboratory certification by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. Prepares and maintains various records related to laboratory activities, ensuring data accuracy and integrity. Performs other related work as required. Typical Qualifications MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING (Lab Technician) Education and Experience: High school graduate or GED equivalent. Two (2) years of experience in a lab environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job's essential duties. License and Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license. Must obtain Grade IV Water Treatment/Wastewater Plant Operator Certification (respective to plant assignment) within 24-30 months of assignment. Must obtain Grade II Water Distribution Operator Certification (respective to plant assignment) within 12 months after obtaining Grade IV Certification. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING (Lab Analyst) Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biology, physical or environmental science or related degree. Three (3) years of experience in a lab environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job's essential duties. License and Certifications: Possession of a valid driver's license. Grade IV Wastewater/Water Treatment Plant Operator Certification (respective to assigned area). Grade II Distribution/Collections Systems Certification (respective to assigned area). Supplemental Information MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS REQUIRED Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (for both Lab Technician and Lab Analyst) Knowledge of Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) program. Chemical and biological testing principles. Basic analysis methods. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) principles. Laboratory principles and practices in assigned area of responsibility. Safe work methods and procedures. Mathematical principles. Applicable laboratory equipment. Hazardous waste handling procedures. Recordkeeping principles. Basic inventory management principles. Computers and related software applications. Skill in: Performing basic laboratory tests and analyses. Collecting applicable samples. Handling hazardous waste and materials. Maintaining laboratory records. Performing mathematical calculations. Monitoring inventory and supply levels. Using a computer and related software applications. Maintaining operational records. Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisor, the public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (for both Lab Technician and Lab Analyst) The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Crawling: Moving about on hands, knees, hands, and feet. Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand. Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Mental Acuity: Making rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes. Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force to draw, haul or tug objects. Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something steady to thrust forward, downward, or outward. Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers. Speaking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time. Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Visual ability: sufficient to perform an activity like preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading. Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or move from one work site to another. NOTE: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. J-18808-Ljbffr
