Job description
Chemist (Water Quality Lab)
OUC - The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to serving the community and the environment, is presently seeking a Chemist to join the Water Quality Lab team in the Electric & Water Production division.
We are looking for a highly independent, forward-thinking water quality lab professional with a passion for water quality and strong sense of urgency needed to meet deadlines. This role will perform analytical and microbiological testing for OUC’s Water Quality Laboratory and will support our vision of being an innovative solutions leader and partner of choice.
OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions. Click here to learn more about what we do.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Must possess a current and valid Florida Driver’s License
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or Science-related area of study from an accredited college or university. Minimum of two years laboratory experience with chemical analyses.
- Working knowledge of Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Conference (NELAC) regulations preferred.
- Must have strong problem-solving skills and ability produce accurate data
- Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal communication skills
- Water metals testing experience is preferred
OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:
- Competitive compensation
- Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period. Retirement benefits include a cash balance account with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
- Educational and Professional assistance programs; Paid Memberships in Professional Associations
- Access to workout facilities at each location
- Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
- Free downtown parking
- Click here to view our Benefits Summary.
Salary Range: $70,452 - $88,066 Annually - commensurate with experience
Location: 3800 Gardenia Ave, Orlando, FL 32839
Please see below a complete Job description for this position.
Job Purpose:
Primary Functions:
- Collect field samples in OUC’s water distribution area and at OUCs Stanton Energy Center (SEC), Indian River Plant (IRP), and Osceola Generation Station (OGS) on a regular basis;
- Prepare and analyze drinking and non-potable water samples for monitoring and compliance; record results in Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS);
- Ensure laboratory practices and procedures comply with Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Conference (NELAC) regulations and standards;
- Complete evaluation studies (NELAC proficiency testing) twice per year as required;
- Coordinate projects with laboratory staff, other OUC business units, and subcontract laboratories to maintain the laboratory sampling schedule;
- Generate reports for the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), management, other OUC business units, and external customers;
- Perform microbiological testing on a routine basis;
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Technical Requirements:
Working knowledge of all, but not limited to, the following:
- Standard methods for water and wastewater;
- Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Conference (NELAC) regulations;
- Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Software Applications (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.), JD Water Quality Lab testing;
- Related industry, organizational and departmental policies, practices, and procedures; legal guidelines, ordinances, and laws;
- Must be accountable, dependable and able to work collaboratively in a team environment;
- Perform microbiological and analytical testing;
- Comprehend analytical results, quality control reports and technical reports;
- Provide weekend coverage for bacteriological analysis and phone coverage when needed;
- Ability to make arithmetic computations;
- Ability to use software applications listed above and standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, etc.).
Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology or related area of study from an accredited college or university (required)
- Minimum of two (2) years of laboratory experience with chemical analysis (required); water utility environment, preferred
- Valid driver’s license
Working Conditions:
Physical Requirements:
OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.
EOE M/F/Vets/Disabled
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