Job Category
Work Schedule
Full-time
Employer
City of Ventura
Job Open until Filled
Job Closing Date
TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT:
www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
RECRUITMENT #18-A27-001
Ventura Water
Salary: $43,785.87 - $53,222.00/year (+ 2.25% effective 7/13/19)
INTRODUCTION
Do you see yourself as an environmental steward with experience in the analysis of potable water, wastewater, industrial waste, stormwater and environmental samples? If you are interested in a career in this field, the City of Ventura is accepting applications for a Laboratory Assistant vacancy on our collaborative Wastewater Laboratory team in the Ventura Water Department. To be considered for this rewarding opportunity, apply online at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs by the 7/7/2019 filing deadline!
Ventura Water is dedicated to providing our community with quality water and wastewater services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As environmental stewards, our goal is integrate water management to create long-term health and economic benefits for our community. As financial stewards, our goals are to operate and use resources efficiently, understand and meet the needs of our customers, and protect our infrastructure by investing wisely in maintenance and renewal projects.
To learn more about working for the Ventura Water Department, visit http: https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/885/Ventura-Water
THE POSITION
Under general supervision collects and performs routine chemical and physical analysis of potable water, wastewater, industrial waste, storm water and environmental samples.
Incumbent may be required to work weekends and holidays.
THE IDEAL CADIDATE
Will be self-motivated, detail oriented, and able to work alone and as part of a team.
Will understand California Department of Health sampling procedures and chemical testing methods. Is proficient in the use of computers and has excellent math and computation skills.
Is able to stand for long periods of time and perform sampling activities around raw sewage and wastewater.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Collects samples from treatment plant, water distribution, industrial waste and receiving water locations.
Lifts manhole covers and portable samplers from inside manholes. Carries several liters of water samples from site back to vehicle.
Conducts chemical analysis of environmental water samples by standard procedures including, but not limited to the analysis of, solids, pH and alkalinity, COD, BOD, and chlorine residual.
Operates pH and turbidity meters, portable samplers, analytical balances and maintains records of sampling, analysis procedures and results, and inputs data.
Cleans and maintains laboratory equipment; and performs other related work as assigned or required.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
License: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one year of related laboratory experience. College level course work in a laboratory science is desirable.
BENEFITS
To view benefits, please visit our website at https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/971/Benefits .
SELECTION PLAN
Submit a City application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. The preferred method of application is online and you are highly encouraged to apply at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs. If you are unable to apply electronically, you may request paper application materials by calling (805) 654-7853 during regular business hours. Paper applications can be FAXed to (805) 648-4467, or mailed, or hand delivered to City Hall at: 501 Poli Street, Room 210; Ventura, CA 93002. If you FAX, it is highly recommended that you also send the original documents. The Eligibility List established may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.
Once your application has been submitted, all future correspondence from the City will be via e-mail. Please keep your contact information up-to-date and ensure that your email spam filter allows you to receive messages from [email protected]. You may also view notices send to you by the City in the "My Applications" tab at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs.
Department Selection Interview
A select number of candidates will be invited to a department selection interview being held in July 2019, date to be determined.
www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs
LABORATORY ASSISTANT
RECRUITMENT #18-A27-001
Ventura Water
Salary: $43,785.87 - $53,222.00/year (+ 2.25% effective 7/13/19)
INTRODUCTION
Do you see yourself as an environmental steward with experience in the analysis of potable water, wastewater, industrial waste, stormwater and environmental samples? If you are interested in a career in this field, the City of Ventura is accepting applications for a Laboratory Assistant vacancy on our collaborative Wastewater Laboratory team in the Ventura Water Department. To be considered for this rewarding opportunity, apply online at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs by the 7/7/2019 filing deadline!
Ventura Water is dedicated to providing our community with quality water and wastewater services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As environmental stewards, our goal is integrate water management to create long-term health and economic benefits for our community. As financial stewards, our goals are to operate and use resources efficiently, understand and meet the needs of our customers, and protect our infrastructure by investing wisely in maintenance and renewal projects.
To learn more about working for the Ventura Water Department, visit http: https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/885/Ventura-Water
THE POSITION
Under general supervision collects and performs routine chemical and physical analysis of potable water, wastewater, industrial waste, storm water and environmental samples.
Incumbent may be required to work weekends and holidays.
THE IDEAL CADIDATE
Will be self-motivated, detail oriented, and able to work alone and as part of a team.
Will understand California Department of Health sampling procedures and chemical testing methods. Is proficient in the use of computers and has excellent math and computation skills.
Is able to stand for long periods of time and perform sampling activities around raw sewage and wastewater.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Collects samples from treatment plant, water distribution, industrial waste and receiving water locations.
Lifts manhole covers and portable samplers from inside manholes. Carries several liters of water samples from site back to vehicle.
Conducts chemical analysis of environmental water samples by standard procedures including, but not limited to the analysis of, solids, pH and alkalinity, COD, BOD, and chlorine residual.
Operates pH and turbidity meters, portable samplers, analytical balances and maintains records of sampling, analysis procedures and results, and inputs data.
Cleans and maintains laboratory equipment; and performs other related work as assigned or required.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATES
License: Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and an acceptable driving record is required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Requires a combination of education, training and experience equivalent to a high school diploma and one year of related laboratory experience. College level course work in a laboratory science is desirable.
BENEFITS
To view benefits, please visit our website at https://www.cityofventura.ca.gov/971/Benefits .
SELECTION PLAN
Submit a City application and supplemental questionnaire by the filing deadline. The preferred method of application is online and you are highly encouraged to apply at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs. If you are unable to apply electronically, you may request paper application materials by calling (805) 654-7853 during regular business hours. Paper applications can be FAXed to (805) 648-4467, or mailed, or hand delivered to City Hall at: 501 Poli Street, Room 210; Ventura, CA 93002. If you FAX, it is highly recommended that you also send the original documents. The Eligibility List established may be used to fill other regular and temporary vacancies at the discretion of the City.
Once your application has been submitted, all future correspondence from the City will be via e-mail. Please keep your contact information up-to-date and ensure that your email spam filter allows you to receive messages from [email protected]. You may also view notices send to you by the City in the "My Applications" tab at www.cityofventura.ca.gov/jobs.
Department Selection Interview
A select number of candidates will be invited to a department selection interview being held in July 2019, date to be determined.