Water and Sewer Laboratory Technician 1

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. One year of laboratory analysis experience is required. Completion of 30 semester credits to include 8 semester credits in Chemistry, Biology, Zoology, Geology or Physics may substitute for the required experience. Must possess a Driver license.

Recruitment Notes

This is technical work in the performance of a variety of standardized tests and laboratory procedures for the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department. May be assigned to an on-call rotation and handle related customer service tasks. Employees are responsible for conducting qualitative and quantitative laboratory examinations of potable water and related pollutants. Duties include preparing various media, solutions and reagents and conducting tests to identify water pathogens and indicator bacteria. Related work includes collecting bacteriological samples, conducting daily routine water and chemical analyses, and preparing solutions and reagents for testing. Routine work is performed independently following established procedures for the examination of water and wastewater. Supervision is received from a professional superior who reviews work for accuracy of results and conformance with established laboratory procedures and techniques.