LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Salary $4,008.14 - $4,871.89 Monthly Location City of Stockton, CA Job Type Full-Time (Probationary) Department Municipal Utilities Job Number 1018-04061 Closing 10/19/2018 5:00 PM Pacific * Description * Benefits * Questions DEFINITION OPEN/PROMOTIONAL RECRUITMENT MONTHLY SALARY RANGE: $4,008.14 - $4,207.89 - $4,418.62 - $4,639.22 - $4,871.89 FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt TENTATIVE EXAMINATION DATE: November 5, 2018 (Candidates must appear in person for the examination.) The Laboratory is a division of the City's Municipal Utilities Department, located at the Regional Wastewater Control Facility at 2500 Navy Drive in Stockton. The laboratory is open 7 days a week including holidays. Incumbents must be available to work weekends and holidays as scheduled. The laboratory provides analytical services to support the Wastewater, Water, and Stormwater utilities permit compliance activities. The scope of work performed includes numerous sampling programs, analyses for treatment plant process control, Title 22 disinfection monitoring requirements for public water supply systems, and microbiology analyses of the Revised Total Coliform Rule. Incumbents in this position are included in the Civil Service System in a "for cause" employment status, and are represented by the Operations and Maintenance Unit (Classified/Represented). This recruitment is being conducted as an Open/Promotional recruitment. Current full-time regular-status City of Stockton employees may apply for this position as a promotional opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on a promotional list. All other candidates may apply for this position as an open competitive opportunity and successful candidates will be placed on an open list. The appointing authority will have the open of requesting names from the promotional list or a combination of both. These lists may be used to fill future vacancies. Prior to appointment, eligible candidates may be required to pass a medical evaluation exam and submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting. Veteran's Preference: This position is eligible to receive five (5) Veteran's Preference Points for entrance into the Civil Service. Veteran's Preference will not be granted on the promotional list. If you believe you may qualify for Veteran's Preference, a DD-214 Member 4 copy indicating at least 181 consecutive days of service with Honorable Discharge must be received in the Human Resources office (see supplemental questionnaire for details in submitting DD-214 copy) by the Final Filing Date. Under general supervision, collects water, wastewater and related samples, and performs a variety of standardized tests and analyses on such samples; cleans and prepares laboratory equipment, glassware, reagents, and media; performs related work as assigned. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS This is a technical class providing varied support in the Municipal Utilities Laboratory. Incumbents learn and perform a variety of clearly defined duties involved with cleaning and maintaining laboratory material and equipment and performing standard analyses in the laboratory. This class is distinguished from the classes of Chemist and Microbiologist in that the latter are professional level classes, providing lead direction to technicians in addition to performing the more complex laboratory analysis using sophisticated laboratory equipment. PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only) * Collects and prepares water, wastewater, industrial wastes, receiving waters, and related samples for analysis. * Conducts standard physical, chemical, and biological analysis of such samples. * Conducts standard analyses on wastewater, domestic well, potable water, and industrial waste samples to determine if they meet federal and state requirements. * Prepares standardized reagents and media used in laboratory analysis. * Cleans and prepares compositing samplers, laboratory equipment and glassware. * Maintains laboratory in a clean and orderly condition. * Prepares and maintains a variety of logs, records, and reports related to the work performed. * Participates in the laboratory quality assurance program by reviewing and verifying records and reports. * Sets up and maintains bacteriological samples and prepares them for further testing. * Participates in sampling and monitoring on designated waterways; operates a boat. * Observes safe work methods, practices, and precautions; uses appropriate safety devices and equipment. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education/Experience: Possession of an Associate of Arts degree or completion of sixty semester units or equivalent quarter hours in an accredited college or university with major course work in chemistry or a closely related field or two years of technical experience in a laboratory setting. Additional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. Other Requirements: * Must possess a valid California driver's license. * Must possess strength and stamina to lift and maneuver objects weighing up to 50 pounds. * Must be willing to work out-of-doors in all weather conditions and to work with exposure to unpleasant and hazardous materials, chemicals, gases, and other hazards. * Must be willing to work overtime, weekend days and may be called in for emergency shifts. * Must be willing to work with the constituents and odors associated with wastewater. * Must have visual acuity to determine the endpoint of colorimetric tests. Knowledge of: * Standard physical, chemical, and biological properties of treated and polluted water, potable water, and industrial and domestic wastewater; * Methods and techniques used in standard quantitative laboratory analysis; * Standard laboratory equipment and its use and care; * Methods for preparation of standardized reagents and media; * Methods of cleaning glassware and equipment used in laboratory analysis. Skill in: * Performing standard physical, chemical, and biological tests on treated and polluted water, potable water, industrial and domestic wastewater, and related materials; * Analyzing and interpreting standard laboratory test results; * Maintaining accurate and complete laboratory records; * Preparing standardized reagents and media; * Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work; * Following oral and written instructions. The Examination: Applicants who qualify in terms of relevant work experience and education, that best meet the needs of the City, will be invited to participate in the examination process, which may include a written and/or oral examination weighted 100%. However, the City reserves the right to utilize alternative testing methods if deemed necessary. Candidates must receive a minimum passing score of 70%, as determined by the relative names will be arranged in order of application date/time, if the same, then arranged alphabetically. ALL APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES MUST BE COMPLETED FULLY AND SUBMITTED ON AN OFFICIAL CITY OF STOCKTON APPLICATION FORM. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS AND SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRES WILL BE REJECTED AND CANNOT BE REVISED AFTER SUBMITTAL ON OR BEFORE THE FINAL FILING DATE. POSTMARKS, FACSIMILES, AND PHOTOCOPIES OF THE CITY'S EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. RESUMES ARE WELCOMED BUT SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS ADDITIONAL INFORMAITON ONLY. PLEASE DO NOT STATE "REFER TO RESUME". The information in this announcement concerning the terms and conditions of employment does not constitute either an express or implied contract, and these provisions are subject to change. NOTE: * After on-line submittal, immediate notification will appear on your screen indicating your application has been received. Please print this as notice as proof of filing. * Notices and correspondence will be sent via email only. No paper notices will be mailed to applicants. It is the applicants responsibility to ensure a correct email address is provided and that correspondence is being received. * NeoGov.com: You will receive correspondence via the e-mail address you placed on your application. Some e-mail accounts have been known to place these e-mails in the spam/junk file. Please check your e-mail folders or accept e-mails ending with neogov.com. In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all City of Stockton employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath. BARGAINING UNIT: OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE UNIT - MUNICIPAL UTILITIES DEPARTMENT NOTE: Employee Benefits are subject to change through the collective bargaining process and are not guaranteed. For a detailed explanation of benefits currently in effect, click here to view a link to "Operations and Maintenance" unit contract. 01 The Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination process; accordingly, it should be completed carefully. It must be submitted with your official employment application. Do not indicate "see resume" as an answer to any of these questions. * I certify the information provided is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification may cancel any terms, conditions, or privileges of employment. 02 Do you possess a valid California driver's license? * Yes * No 03 Select which pattern you qualify under: * Pattern I: I possess an Associate of Arts degree or have completed sixty semester units or equivalent quarter hours from an accredited college or university with major course work in chemistry or a closely related field. * Pattern II: I possess two years of technical experience in a laboratory setting. * I do not qualify under either of the above patterns. 04 Pattern I: If you selected Pattern I as your qualifying pattern, you must submit proof of your education by providing a copy of your unofficial transcripts or diploma by the final filing date. You may submit your proof of education in one of the following ways: 1) Scan/attach to your application (preferred method) 2) Email to recruitment@stocktonca.gov. (Type "Laboratory Technician" in the subject line of your email.) 3) Mail/Hand Deliver to City of Stockton Human Resources Department, 400 E. Main St., 3rd Floor, Stockton, CA, 95202 Attn: Gerardo Ponce * I understand that I must provide the City of Stockton a copy of my degree or unofficial transcript which verifies that I meet the education requirement under Pattern I for this position. I further understand that this document(s) must be submitted by the final filing deadline. Failure to submit the appropriate documentation within the time frame will result in rejection of my application * I am not qualifying under Pattern I 05 *ACCREDITATION: Accredited colleges or universities are those that have been examined by a third-party accrediting agency to ensure acceptable levels of quality. Accreditation ensures that a degree obtained outside of the United States is equivalent to a degree obtained with the United States. The City of Stockton requires degrees from educational institutions that have been accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency in the United States that is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and/or U.S. Department of Education as a "reliable authority as to the quality of postsecondary education." If you have received your postsecondary education from an institution that may not be accredited in the United States, it is your responsibility to provide proof of U.S. accreditation by the closing date and time of this recruitment. You may contact the City of Stockton Human Resources office for an illustrative list of organizations that evaluate foreign colleges. * I understand this requirement and will provide the necessary documentation if required. 06 Verification of Education: If offered this position, you will be required to submit an official transcriptfrom an accredited college or university validating your level of college education. * I understand the above and will submit an official transcript upon request. 07 Pattern II: If you selected Pattern II as you qualifying pattern, please detail your related full-time, paid technical experience in a laboratory setting. Include the name of your employer, dates of employment, and job duties. Note: Do not state 'refer to resume' as your response to this questions. If none, please indicate "N/A" in the box below. 08 Incumbents are required to perform both acute and chronic aquatic toxicity tests. The testing process requires incumbents to destroy fish and organisms at the conclusion of the test. Do you understand and agree to comply with this requirement? * Yes * No 09 Incumbents in this position may be required to work weekends and holidays. * I understand and agree to this requirement 10 Incumbents in this position must possess the strength and stamina to lift and maneuver objects weighing up to 50 pounds. Incumbents must successfully pass a medical examination which includes a back evaluation. * I understand and agree to this requirment. 11 Do you wish to apply for Veteran's Preference? * Yes * No 12 If "Yes", you must provide the City of Stockton a copy of your DD-214, member 4 copy, by the final filing deadline. Please select the manner in which you will be submitting the member 4 copy of your DD-214. * Scan and attach to online application (preferred method) * Email to recruitment@stocktonca.gov (Type "Laboratory Technician DD 214" in the subject line of your email) * Mail/Hand Deliver to the City of Stockton Human Resources Dept., 400 E. Main St, 3rd Floor, Stockton, CA 95202, Attn: Gerardo Ponce * I am not applying for Veteran's Preference points Required Question Agency City of Stockton Address 400 E. Main Street, 3rd Floor Stockton, California, 95202 Phone (209) 937-8233 (209) 937-8147 Website http://www.stocktonca.gov/