Water Quality Sample Collector
Summary:
Under general supervision, collects water samples and conducts investigations in compliance with water service regulations and federal, state, and local laws governing the protection of public water supply.
Performs routine field and laboratory tests; prepares, reviews, and implements flushing plans: receives and responds to field calls and customer complaints; and performs related duties as assigned.
Examples of Duties:
Collects water samples at various facilities and locations throughout the treated and raw water systems for water quality assurance, treatment process evaluation, and regulatory compliance purposes.
Performs routine chemical, physical, biological, and bacteriological tests in the field and laboratory.
Disinfects water mains and water in storage by calculating proper dosage, feed rates, and flow rates, chlorinating and dechlorinating water mains, tanks, and reservoirs, and preparing chlorination documents; flushes fire hydrants and dead-end blow offs.
Receives investigates, mitigates, and resolves customer complaints or issues related to water quality and treatment, distribution, and raw water systems; collects samples, takes field notes and photographs, and conducts field tests; identifies and explains the issue; advises customers of possible solutions; performs follow-up investigations as needed.
Prepares, reviews, approves and coordinates with other staff to implement flushing plans. Sets up, calibrates, operates, maintains, and repairs laboratory, sampling, and water quality monitoring equipment and instruments; performs required safety quality control, and calibration checks of equipment and instruments; ensures proper functioning of equipment including communication with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system.
Monitors treated and raw water facilities for invasive species; documents and provides findings to Laboratory staff.
Assists staff and contractors with distribution and storage facilities projects including assisting with main shutdowns and placing storage facilities in and out of service, pressure testing, isolation and disinfection, flushing, monitoring water quality parameters, conducting field tests, and participating in lockout/tag-out of equipment; ensures proper disinfection prior to returning facility back to service.
Assists in planning and modifying sample collection programs for monitoring various treatment plant processes and facilities; reviews plans and specifications for new construction and recommends sampling locations; prepares laboratory and sampling schedules.
Prepares samples for transport, storage, and laboratory testing including preparing chain of custody documents and bottle preparation.
Transports, receives, safely handles, maintains inventory, and stores chemicals; maintains the laboratory and work areas in a safe and clean condition.
Collects, records, and maintains field and laboratory data and records using the laboratory information management system (LIMS) and following established procedures.
Prepares reports, logs, and related forms of field and laboratory work performed.
Observes and complies with all mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
A valid California driver’s license to be maintained throughout employment.
Possession and maintenance of a Grade T1 Water Treatment Plant Operator or Grade D1 Water Distribution Operator certificate issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.
The hiring rate for this position is $26.00 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity, and may also vary depending on candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience amongst other factors.
Harvest Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.