Laboratory Technician

Salary: $34.56 - $36.29 HourlyLocation : Hillsboro, ORJob Type: Regular Full-TimeJob Number: 26-23Department: Regulatory AffairsProgram: Laboratory ServicesOpening Date: 04/10/2026Closing Date: 4/27/2026 5:00 PM PacificMax Number of Applicants: 100 The PositionThe Laboratory Services program is seeking a Laboratory Technician. This position collects, records, preserves, and transports samples from field locations to the laboratory. Performs basic chemical analyses and supports laboratory functions with proper cleaning, labeling, and documentation procedures.Candidates who are selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be invited to self-schedule their interview. Please be sure to check your email for status updates.The posting will close after 100 applications have been received, or by the closing date, whichever comes first. If a candidate is not selected, the posting will be reopened. To ensure consideration in the initial review, please submit your application as early as possible. Essential Functions (The essential functions listed below are not intended to reflect all duties that may be assigned to this classification. Clean Water Services (CWS) may augment duties and/or essential functions at its discretion. Additionally, some incumbents may not perform all Essential Functions.)Collects samples and performs field analyses at industrial, stormwater, municipal wastewater, and watershed monitoring sites; labels, preserves, and splits samples; installs, programs, and maintains monitoring and sampling equipment; maintains chain of custody requirements according to prescribed procedures.Performs basic laboratory analyses, including but not limited to: pH, alkalinity, conductivity, turbidity, solids, and E. coli; prepares reagents and standards according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).Clean, washes, and maintains laboratory equipment and glassware according to SOPs.Performs data entry, sample log-in, container labeling, and documentation.Adheres to established QA/QC standards and accepted laboratory procedures.Trains in the performance of complex manual and instrumental analyses.Drives a CWS or personal vehicle for work-related purposes Qualifications KNOWLEDGE OF: Reagents, equipment, and protocols used in water/wastewater lab settings Laboratory sampling methods, techniques, and analysis Basic wet bench chemistry procedures Laboratory QA/QC Pertinent safety practices and proceduresSKILL IN: Making accurate measurements and computations Laboratory sampling and preservation Cleaning lab glassware, dishes, and equipment Operating laboratory testing equipment Use of computers and computer software for record keeping, spreadsheet applications, and database useABILITY TO: Understand and follow oral and written directions and procedures Recognize deviations from normal sampling and analysis conditions Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work including a variety of CWS staff and other government officials, community groups, and the general publicOperate effectively in a team environmentCommunicate effectively, both orally and in writingEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR LICENSESThe following are the minimum qualifications for this position.6 months performing similar work in field and laboratory environments; High School Diploma or equivalent; College-level coursework in chemistry, biology, microbiology, or a closely related science is preferred. Candidates must possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license. Additional InformationReasonable Accommodation:Applicants who require reasonable accommodation in order to participate in any phase of the application process should contact Human Resources at 503.681.3600 or TDD 503.681.3601. Equal Employment Opportunity:Clean Water Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin, marital status, age, uniformed service, sexual orientation or disability in the admission or access to the recruitment process or any aspect of employment.Clean Water Services offers qualified employees the opportunity to choose benefits and plans that meet both individual and family needs. In addition to a competitive salary, Clean Water Services offers employees a comprehensive benefit packet that includes health coverage, Oregon Public Employees Retirement Plan (PERS/OPSRP), flexible spending account, deferred compensation, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave, tuition reimbursement, goal sharing bonus, and more. Further information for full-time regular represented employees can be found Depending on hours worked and duration of the position, temporary employees may qualify for an offer of medical benefits, deferred compensation, and employee discounts. Temporary employees are eligible for sick leave at the rate of .0334 per hour worked upon beginning employment and may carry over up to 40 hours into the next calendar year.01 Which of the following sampling activities do you have professional experience with? (Check all that apply.) Collecting water samples from rivers, streams, or industrial and wastewater treatment processes Preparing or verifying sample containers (e.g., preservatives, labeling, chain of custody) Following sample holding times and preservation requirements during collection and transport Documenting field sampling information such as location, date/time, and sampler identification Collecting bacteriological or compliance samples from stormwater drains, manholes, or sampling taps None of the above 02 Which of the following laboratory activities do you have professional experience with? (Check all that apply.) Performing physical or chemical water quality tests (e.g., TSS, chlorine residual, alkalinity, CBOD) Performing microbiological analysis (e.g., total coliform, fecal coliform, or E. coli testing) Calibrating or verifying laboratory instruments such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, or turbidimeters Performing laboratory quality control checks such as blanks, standards, duplicates, or control samples None of the above 03 How many years of experience in a water or environmental laboratory do you have? 0-6 months 6-12 months 1-2 years 2 -5 yrs More than 5 years Required Question

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