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City of Baytown Lab Specialist I in Baytown, Texas
Lab Specialist I
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Lab Specialist I
Salary
$16.79 - $20.99 Hourly
Location
2123 Market St Baytown, TX
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
24-00168
Department
Public Works
Division
Waste Water / Pollution Control
Opening Date
08/21/2024
Description
Benefits
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Laboratory Specialist I to perform essential tests and analyses for our Public Works & Engineering team. The role requires meticulous attention to detail and a strong foundation in laboratory techniques. Join us to ensure the quality and safety of critical infrastructure projects and contribute to meaningful community development.
Perform process control tests on wastewater plants according to TCEQ and EPA discharge permits to determine plant efficiency. Record daily analysis. Perform EPA DMR-QA studies and daily/monthly national weather reports.
Duties
Performs process control tests for four wastewater plants, including moving trays of samples, dilution water and operating various test equipment.
Calculates and records all laboratory analysis on a daily basis, gives lab results to plants to help monitor operations.
Communicates with supervisors, office personnel, and State and Federal agencies. Prepares National weather report for NOAA.
Plans, organizes, and directs the lab. May perform personnel related duties including training, and coaching.
Inventories and orders lab supplies on a timely basis.
Performs Discharge Monitoring Report Quality Assurance analysis for the TCEQ and EPA.
Performs all other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
One year laboratory experience in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
Must obtain a Grade “B” Wastewater License from TCEQ within two years of date in position.
Computer literate in Word and Excel.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record (must obtain TX driver’s license within 90 days).
Preferred:
Certification from the Texas Water Utility Association Laboratory Analysis Section (L.A.S.).
Associates degree in related field from an accredited University.
Grade “C” Surface Water License from TCEQ.
Grade “C” Waste Water Treatment License from TCEQ.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work with limited supervision and to interpret Regulatory Rules and directives. Knowledge and ability to implement and maintain Quality Assurance and Quality Control programs. Ability to perform precise analytical measurement and make critical decisions under high levels of pressure in short periods of time. Must be computer literate in Word and Excel. Ability to get along appropriately with co-workers and the public.
Here at the City of Baytown, in recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you bring. We strive to provide a workplace where differences are honored, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the people we serve.
Attendance is an essential function of this position. The City reserves the right to require an employee in this position to work overtime. This position provides services or performs duties for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations. These may include services or duties different from those performed in the usual course and scope of your job. In the event of an evacuation, the incumbent in this position may be required to remain to perform needed services.
Overall Position Strength Demands
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
To promote health and wellness, we provide a comprehensive benefits program (listed below) to meet the needs of you and your family. Our goal is to help you live and work well – 365 days a year.
Medical
United Healthcare
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Annual Deductible (Network) $750 Indiv/$2,250 Family
In-Network Benefit 80%/20% after plan deductible
$50 co-pay (general visit)
RX - $10 Generic/$40 Formulary/$75 Non-Formulary
Flexible Spending Accounts: Healthcare and Dependent Care expenses
FREE virtual visits
Dental
Cigna Dental PPO & DHMO
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
Preventative & diagnostic covered at 100%
Annual Deductible: $50/Indiv (Cigna PPO) - No annual deductible for Cigna DHMO
Vision
Superior Vision
Effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment
In-Network exam co-pay $10 & $25 materials co-pay
Frames: $140 Allowance - Contact Lenses: $160 Allowance
Holistic Health & Wellness
Employee Wellness Center offering FREE primary care medical treatment for employees & dependents on the Medical plan
FREE access to gyms, Shipt, and Walmart+ through our employee medical insurance
Gym partnership with Lee College Wellness Center & swimming pool for $58/year
Employee Assistance Program providing employees and their household family members up to 8 FREE counseling sessions per issue per year, legal and financial assistance, will generator tools, and more!
Sick Leave Pool providing participants additional paid sick time if accruals are exhausted.
SmartDollar: free online program providing tips and tools from Dave Ramsey for getting out of debt and building good saving practices
Retirement
Texas Municipal Retirement System:
7% employee contribution with a 14% employer match
5 year vesting
Retirement Eligibility: 20 years of service/any age - or - 5 years of service/at least age 60
FREE Life Insurance coverage up to 1X your base annual salary
MissionSquare and Roth IRA plans: additional voluntary employee participation
Disability Insurance
Lincoln Financial Group:
Long-term Disability: paid for by the City. Pays 60% of monthly earnings up to $8,000 per month up to social security age, depending on the disability
Short-term Disability: voluntary elected coverage. Pays 60% of weekly earnings up to $1,000 per week for up to the first 13 weeks of a disability
Training and Tuition Assistance
The HUB Employee Training Center: we invest in you by equipping you with the knowledge and skills needed to live out our Purpose and Core Values
Access to funding up to $1,500 per semester or $3,000 per year for tuition toward courses that are job-related or will enhance your work performance
Generous Paid Sick, Vacation, & Holiday Leave
10 holidays per year and one personal employee day per year
15 days sick leave per year
Starting at 10 days of vacation per year; up to 25 days per year
Sick and Vacation hours roll over annually up to the maximum limit
15 days Paid Parental Leave
To explore all of the benefits we offer, please visit: https://baytownbenefits.com/
01
Do you possess a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)?
Yes
No
02
How many years of laboratory experience in Chemistry, Biology, or a related field do you have?
None
6 months or less
1 - 3 years
3 - 5 years
5+ years
03
Are you computer literate in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel?
Yes
No
04
This position requires a TCEQ Grade "B" Wastewater License in two (2) years from date in position. Please initial that you understand that this is a requirement for this position.
05
Do you have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record? (Must obtain TX driver's license within 90 days)
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
City of Baytown
Address
2401 Market Street Baytown, Texas, 77520
Phone
281-422-8281
Website
http://www.baytown.org
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