Laboratory Technician (Temporary - Part-Time)

Reports To: Laboratory/Pretreatment Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 16

Prepared Date: 05/2026

Summary:

The SD1 Analytical Laboratory is located at the Dry Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant and serves as SD1’s centralized lab for process control and compliance monitoring. Laboratory technicians perform a variety of tests on wastewater, storm water, and industrial samples to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.

The regular schedule for this part-time position is expected to be Sundays, Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays approximately 28 hours per week. Occasional schedule adjustments may be required based on operational needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned.)

• Performs routine laboratory procedures, such as BOD, TSS, bacteria testing, following established lab methodology.
• Communicates and works cooperatively with others.
• Maintains laboratory records, including chains of custody and laboratory reports.
• Accepts samples per sample acceptance policy; logs samples into the laboratory information management system (LIMS).
• Notifies appropriate staff when results exceed permit limits per established laboratory policy.
• Maintains work practices in accordance with standard laboratory practice and procedures.
• Meets test-specific deadlines with respect to laboratory procedure and/or client request.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written directions.
• Thorough understanding of laboratory safety and personal protective equipment policies.
• Proficient use of software including:
  • Microsoft Office apps (email, calendar, drives), and various software to fulfill job requirements.
  • Payroll program to account for requesting time off, check benefit balances, accurate timekeeping and supporting notes, leaves of absences, and allocation for overtime and project work, when applicable.
  • Laboratory information management system (LIMS)

Competencies:

• Accountability – Displays personal accountability for tasks and deliverables.
• Collaboration – Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork.
• Customer Focus – Exhibits professional demeanor with internal and external customers.
• Integrity – Demonstrates responsibility towards the company, its property, and co-workers.
• Safety – Adheres to all SD1 safety policies and procedures.
• Environmental Stewardship – Demonstrates environmentally conscious practices.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience/Licensing:

• Associate degree with major course work in chemistry, biology, environmental science, environmental engineering, or related field.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Job Knowledge - Successfully completes essential duties for job level assigned.
• Flexibility & Adaptability
  • Positively accepts changing conditions and new directives for the team.
• Initiative & Self-Development
  • Seeks out new learning and development opportunities.
• Teamwork & Cooperation
  • Works cooperatively with others on the team to complete assigned tasks.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Work Environment and Conditions:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.