Labratory Assistant I

Position:          Laboratory Assistant I (LAI)- Water Filtration, Sanford location            

Salary:            $44,202.38 (DOQ) per year, earned & paid on a bi-weekly basis

Closing Date:   Open until filled

TriRiver Water is the name and brand by which the City of Sanford will provide water and sewer utility services on a regional basis. TriRiver will deliver high-quality water and wastewater services that not only cater to the needs of the present, but also the demands of the future. Through our extensive infrastructure, professional expertise, and innovative strategies, we will secure and foster the region’s sustained growth and improved quality of life.

The recent merger by the City of Sanford will significantly expand our reach and influence in the industry. The LAI will work with Pittsboro and City of Sanford customers to perform the following duties:

Performs intermediate semiskilled work maintaining treatment plant records, collecting samples and assisting with testing in a water filtration facility; does related work as required.  Work is performed under moderate supervision. Tasks include:

• Taking samples; assisting with testing; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.

• Collects daily samples from various locations.
• Records plant temperatures, PH, flow, D.O., and other readings from various meters.
• Calibrates testing equipment.
• Performs laboratory tests; prepares and reads bacteriological tests; prepares bacteriological growth medium and titration chemicals.
• Maintains log of all reagents used daily; maintains chemical inventories.
• Cleans and sterilizes glassware and other laboratory equipment; maintains appearance of laboratory.
• Answers phones.
• Performs related tasks as required.

The position requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school; general knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of chemistry and microbiology; general knowledge of applicable local, State and Federal regulations; general knowledge in preparing reports and maintaining records; general knowledge of the operation and care of specialized laboratory equipment; general knowledge in the use of SCADA and graphing software; skill in taking samples for testing of water; ability to maintain records and files; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates. Position also requires possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. Must meet and maintain all certification, license and training requirements for position.