Summary

Minimum Starting Salary: $22.4076 per hour

The City of Waco Seeks:

The City of Waco is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Environmental Lab Analyst to join our team. This role follows environmental lab procedures to assure the quality and accuracy of the environmental laboratory tests. If the environmental laboratory is your passion, this is the perfect role for you. Apply today!

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

Associate’s Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, or a related science field and 2 years environmental lab experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Texas Driver’s License
Class D Water License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 1 year.
Class C Surface Water License from Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) within 2 ½ years.

Position Description:

Under basic supervision, collects and analyzes Water/Wastewater (W/WW) samples for process control and regulatory compliance for the Infrastructure Services department.

Essential Functions:

Collects and analyzes W/WW samples for process control and regulatory compliance; conducts standard and specialized chemical and bacteriological tests on samples; operates specialized tools and equipment according to training and skill level; duties will vary according to job assignment.
Follows lab procedures to assure the quality and accuracy of the laboratory tests; calibrates, operates, and maintains laboratory instruments; informs managers of anomalous test results and data trends.
Cleans and maintains work areas, tools, and equipment, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; maintains daily logs and records for regulatory compliance.
Operates a city vehicle equipped with laboratory transport containers, field testing instruments, and safety equipment to collect and deliver specimens, conduct on-site assessments, and support field-based laboratory operations, ensuring proper handling, documentation, and compliance with safety and quality protocols.
Must be able to work an on-call schedule when assigned and respond to calls within the department's designated response time.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Supports the relationship between the City of Waco and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors, and City staff, maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information
Lives the City of Waco Values: equity & inclusion, excellence & innovation, integrity, people, and teamwork.

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