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Under close supervision, performs standardized chemical and biochemical analyses of water, raw and digested sludges, sewage and similar materials, in accordance with prescribed methods.
Laboratory Technician I is the entry level class in the Laboratory Technician series. Work includes standardized organic and inorganic chemical analysis, bacteriological analysis, quality assurance, and preparation of reagents and media. Work effectiveness is determined through precision and accuracy of results and proficiency in performing of analysis.
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs routine qualitative and quantitative chemical and biochemical analyses of water, sewage, soil, or other materials by standardized and predetermined methods, i.e., volatile and suspended
solids, volatile acids, alkalinity, chlorides, biochemical oxygen demand, coliform MPN, total cyanide, chemical oxygen demand, oil and grease, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, gas chromatography, and other analysis. Assists other laboratory personnel in the performance of more complex tests and analyses. Operates and cleans various laboratory devices and equipment. Performs routine calculations in analysis determination and report writing. Records test data and keeps records pertaining to analysis using the Laboratory Information Management System.
One vacancy exists in the Department of Public Utilities, Wastewater Management Division. After one year of satisfactory performance as a Laboratory Technician I, and upon recommendation of the supervisor, an incumbent may be promoted to Laboratory Technician II, $4,690 - $5,642/mo.
Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.
Laboratory Technician I is the entry level class in the Laboratory Technician series. Work includes standardized organic and inorganic chemical analysis, bacteriological analysis, quality assurance, and preparation of reagents and media. Work effectiveness is determined through precision and accuracy of results and proficiency in performing of analysis.
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs routine qualitative and quantitative chemical and biochemical analyses of water, sewage, soil, or other materials by standardized and predetermined methods, i.e., volatile and suspended
solids, volatile acids, alkalinity, chlorides, biochemical oxygen demand, coliform MPN, total cyanide, chemical oxygen demand, oil and grease, atomic absorption spectrophotometry, gas chromatography, and other analysis. Assists other laboratory personnel in the performance of more complex tests and analyses. Operates and cleans various laboratory devices and equipment. Performs routine calculations in analysis determination and report writing. Records test data and keeps records pertaining to analysis using the Laboratory Information Management System.
One vacancy exists in the Department of Public Utilities, Wastewater Management Division. After one year of satisfactory performance as a Laboratory Technician I, and upon recommendation of the supervisor, an incumbent may be promoted to Laboratory Technician II, $4,690 - $5,642/mo.
Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created, with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. If the examination process is suspended for this recruitment, the eligible list may be limited to three (3) months.
Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
BENEFITS: UNIT 3: The Fresno City Employees Association, Inc. (FCEA)
3% salary increase, effective June 19, 2023
HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8 - 14.66 hours per month based on years of service.
SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: To reimburse retirement medical insurance and qualified medical expenses.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1
3% salary increase, effective June 19, 2023
HEALTH INSURANCE: The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT: IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATION LEAVE: Accrue 8 - 14.66 hours per month based on years of service.
SICK LEAVE: Eight (8) hours per month, available after 90 days
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK- 40 hours per fiscal year. 80 hours lifetime maximum
HOLIDAYS: Ten (10) City-observed annual holidays plus birthday and two (2) personal days.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY: Provided through California SDI program.
BILINGUAL PREMIUM: PAY: $100 per month
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT: To reimburse retirement medical insurance and qualified medical expenses.
RETIREMENT: City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other CA public agencies. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits includes ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1
The Requirements
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or a natural or physical science. A copy of the college degree or transcripts must be attached for verification of educational requirement.
After one year of satisfactory performance as a Laboratory Technician I, and upon recommendation of the supervisor, an incumbent may be promoted to Laboratory Technician II.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.
The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology or a natural or physical science. A copy of the college degree or transcripts must be attached for verification of educational requirement.
After one year of satisfactory performance as a Laboratory Technician I, and upon recommendation of the supervisor, an incumbent may be promoted to Laboratory Technician II.
Possession of a valid California Driver's License at time of appointment. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.
The selected eligible candidates certified will be required to successfully pass a Department interview and a Department of Justice fingerprint prior to employment with the City of Fresno.
How To Apply
APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE AN ON-LINE APPLICATION. PLEASE VISIT WWW.FRESNO.GOV/JOBS TO APPLY. For information on how to complete an on-line application, please view "Instruction Guide" on the City's website, Personnel Services Career Opportunities page, or call (559) 621-6950 for assistance. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed employment application.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.
It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.
Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.
ALL CORRESPONDENCE regarding this recruitment and exam process will be sent via e-mail. All applicants will acknowledge such understanding when they complete their on-line application. Verify we have your correct e-mail address before you submit your application. It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email frequently to ensure they receive all pertinent communication from the Personnel Services Department on a timely basis. Applicants will receive an automatically generated confirmation e-mail upon a successful application submittal. The e-mail is the only proof of submittal.
It is an applicant's responsibility to check their email account and to ensure it is set up to accept emails from the City of Fresno. Dependent upon your settings, notices from the City of Fresno may be directed to the "junk mail" or "spam" folders. It is the applicant's responsibility to check these folders.
Applications must be submitted by midnight on the filing deadline or they will not be accepted for any reason. FOR THIS RECRUITMENT, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT PERMANENT FRESNO CITY EMPLOYEES APPLY THROUGH PEOPLESOFT SELF SERVICE.
Selection Process
The examination process may consist of the following:
Written Examination: 100% - A multiple-choice job related written examination will be administered which will determine placement on the eligible list. The written examination is designed to assess a candidate's knowledge of modern laboratory techniques and procedures as related to the analysis of water, raw and digested sludges; knowledge of the care, maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment and apparatus; knowledge of the principles of organic and inorganic chemistry; and knowledge of appropriate safety practices; ability to apply public contact and judgment/interpersonal relations skills and perform mathematical computations. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.
The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of February 6th, 2023.
Written Examination: 100% - A multiple-choice job related written examination will be administered which will determine placement on the eligible list. The written examination is designed to assess a candidate's knowledge of modern laboratory techniques and procedures as related to the analysis of water, raw and digested sludges; knowledge of the care, maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment and apparatus; knowledge of the principles of organic and inorganic chemistry; and knowledge of appropriate safety practices; ability to apply public contact and judgment/interpersonal relations skills and perform mathematical computations. Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.
The written exam is tentatively scheduled for the week of February 6th, 2023.
Veteran Preference Regulations
Candidates applying for veteran's preference are required to submit a copy of their DD214 with their application during the specified filing period. Evidence must be presented to indicate that the candidate was discharged honorably from the military service. Veterans, including City employees, must resubmit proof of honorable service for every examination for which veteran's preference credit is requested. Qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score
Additional Information
HOW TO ATTACH DOCUMENTS TO OUR ONLINE APPLICATION:
1.Your document must first be scanned and saved to a computer or thumb drive (save as the "document name")
2.Then go to www.fresno.gov/jobs > City of Fresno Jobs > Apply On-Line
3.Enter the same Login Information (Username & Password) that is going to be used for the job you are applying to
4.Under the section My Career Tools (located towards the top of the page), Select Cover Letters & Attachments, and then Add Attachments towards the bottom
5.For Attachment Type, choose the most appropriate option (i.e. DIPLOMA/TRANSCRIPTS or DD214)
a.If you do not see an appropriate choice, you may use Reference Attachments. Under Attachment Purpose, you can TYPE a description
6.Then Select Add Attachment and hit the Browse button to locate your attachment
7.Once you have selected your attachment, select Open, hit Upload and then Save & Return
8.After you confirm your attachment has been uploaded, then proceed to fill out your online application.
1.Your document must first be scanned and saved to a computer or thumb drive (save as the "document name")
2.Then go to www.fresno.gov/jobs > City of Fresno Jobs > Apply On-Line
3.Enter the same Login Information (Username & Password) that is going to be used for the job you are applying to
4.Under the section My Career Tools (located towards the top of the page), Select Cover Letters & Attachments, and then Add Attachments towards the bottom
5.For Attachment Type, choose the most appropriate option (i.e. DIPLOMA/TRANSCRIPTS or DD214)
a.If you do not see an appropriate choice, you may use Reference Attachments. Under Attachment Purpose, you can TYPE a description
6.Then Select Add Attachment and hit the Browse button to locate your attachment
7.Once you have selected your attachment, select Open, hit Upload and then Save & Return
8.After you confirm your attachment has been uploaded, then proceed to fill out your online application.
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