Overview

Under general supervision, perform work of moderate difficulty in securing information for regulation and control of industrial wastes, treatment plant discharges and stream pollution.

Essential Functions:

Obtain representative samples of industrial wastes at designated locations
Collect water samples from various sewage treatment plants and streams within the District for monitoring purposes
Obtain information on industrial wastewater flow and on the characteristics thereof
Perform specified field analysis to determine water quality and wastewater characteristics
Install, operate, calibrate and maintain field sampling, flow measuring and various other monitoring equipment
Assist in the compilation and tabulation of field sampling data
Assist in locating sources of industrial and other wastes in sewers, treatment plants and streams
Use various electronic instruments and other monitoring instruments
Prepare reports and notes that reflect sampling procedures and site conditions and provides important and accurate site information
Maintains good professional working relationships with industrial personnel and the public

Additional Responsibilities:

Performs related work as required or as delegated by supervisor.

Physical Demands

Stationary Position: Constantly
Move/Traverse: Constantly
Stationary Position/Seated: Rarely
Transport/Lifting: Frequently
Transport/Carrying: Frequently
Exerting Force/Pushing: Occasionally
Exerting Force/Pulling: Occasionally
Ascend/Descend: Occasionally
Balancing: Occasionally
Position Self/Stooping: Frequently
Position Self/Kneeling: Frequently
Position Self/Crouching: Frequently
Position Self/Crawling: Occasionally
Reaching: Frequently
Handling: Frequently
Grasping: Frequently
Feeling: Constantly
Communicate/Talking: Constantly
Communicate/Hearing: Constantly
Repetitive Motions: Constantly
Coordination: Constantly

Work Environment

Extreme cold: Rarely
Extreme heat: Rarely
Humidity: Rarely
Wet: Rarely
Noise: Constantly
Hazards: Frequently
Temperature Change: Rarely
Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely
Vibration: Rarely

Responsibilities

Qualifications

Training and Experience:

Highschool diploma/GED
Vocational school with courses in mathematics, chemistry and mechanics
Two (2) years of experience in pollution sampling, analysis and related public contact work

Desirabie Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Good knowledge of hydraulics and mechanics as related to wastewater or waste collection
Good knowledge in operating, calibrating and maintaining a variety of both simple and complex field equipment and instruments to compile information and data, and record instrument readings
Knowledge of safety precautions and use of safety equipment
Skill in applying approved techniques in making water quality analysis and inspections
Ability to keep field notes and make reports
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to meet and talk effectively with industry representatives and the public

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which employee resides.

Pursuant to MSD's "Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures," this position has been designated as safety

sensitive and candidate must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position. Employees occupying this

position are not subject to Federal (D.O.T.) Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations.

All current employees must have a 'Meets Expectations' or 'Proficient' rating on their most recent performance evaluation to be eligible.

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