Field Worker II - Lab Technician

Join a team that plays a critical role in protecting public health and maintaining Wichita's water quality standards. The Field Worker 2 - Laboratory Technician supports the City's water production and pumping operations through the collection, testing, analysis, and documentation of water samples used to monitor treatment processes and regulatory compliance. This position combines fieldwork and laboratory operations, requiring precision, attention to detail, and a commitment to data accuracy. Employees perform routine chemical, biological, and microbiological testing, calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments, collect samples from water production and distribution facilities, and maintain accurate records that support operational decisions. The work directly contributes to the delivery of safe, reliable drinking water for the Wichita community. Work is performed under the direction of a technical supervisor and is reviewed through observation, quality control measures, and evaluation of completed laboratory reports and test results.

Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm. This is a limited full-time position.

Bargaining Unit: No Union Representation

**Posting may close at any time **

• Perform routine field sample collection.
• Performs chemical examinations of water samples.
• Performs basic calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Enters data in operational logs and records, both manually and electronically.
• Performs basic record keeping and mathematical calculations.
• Uses small hand tools, calculators, and laboratory equipment.
• Cleans laboratory glassware, equipment and facilities.
• Completion of work assignments require the operation of a vehicle with valid Kansas
  drivers license.
• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional duties and responsibilities as
  needed.
  

• Knowledge of biology, or chemistry.
• Working knowledge of laboratory methods and procedures.
• Ability to learn, within a reasonable period of time, techniques and procedures for performing standard laboratory examinations.
• Ability to perform detailed, repetitive tasks.
• Knowledge of the standard computer keyboard configuration and ability to access, interpret and record information using a video display terminal and electronic keyboard.
• Normal color perception.
• Ability to work in an environment that may result in breathing or having tactile contact with unusual micro-organisms without extraordinary risk to one's own personal health.
• Ability to traverse uneven, sometimes slippery terrain, to take water samples.
• Ability to develop and maintain eAective working relationships with associates and representatives of other organizations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and eAectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
  

Required Experience and Training

• Completion of sixty (60) semester credit hours from an accredited college or university that includes at least six (6) semester credit hours in Chemistry, Microbiology, or Bacteriology, OR One (1) year of experience performing laboratory analyses, collecting samples, maintaining laboratory records, and calibrating laboratory equipment.
• A valid Drivers license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Associate degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Biological Science, Water Quality Technology, or Laboratory Science.
• Two (2) years of laboratory experience performing chemical, biological, microbiological, or water quality testing.

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.