We are seeking a Lab Analyst for assignment in Quincy, Washington. The selected candidate will perform a variety of sampling, testing and analysis of water and wastewater related systems.

Hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

- Analyze wastewater samples for total suspended solids, coliform, ammonia, pH and a variety of other tests

- Use microscope to properly identify bacteria in wastewater samples

- Maintain laboratory equipment including incubators, pH probes, analytical balances, etc.

- Collect wastewater treatment samples

- Proper sample handling, including chain of custody procedures

- Create accurate sample fractions from parent samples

- Receive and log chemicals and other supplies

- Proper laboratory documentation

- Create, update and maintain standard operating procedures

- Cross training as needed to provide support with industrial sampling

- Proper disposal of environmental samples

- Enter accurate data in LIMS

- Data validation

- Serve as backup for industrial pretreatment program coordinator

- High School Diploma or GED

- Completion of at least 12 semester units in chemistry or bacteriology

- Experience analyzing environmental samples is highly preferred