Chemist IV - City of Houston

       Applications Accepted from: COH Employees only
 
  Posting Number: PN# 30101102
 Service Line: Houston Public Works
 Section: HW- Regulatory Compliance
 Location: 1770 Sidney Street, Houston, Texas
 Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 am - 4 pm.
 *Subject to change*
 

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs highly technical chemical analysis according to clearly prescribed procedures and laboratory techniques. Performs chemical analyses of raw and finished water for regulated and unregulated environmental pollutants as set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency. Conducts advanced testing of environmental samples utilizing highly sophisticated laboratory instrumentation. Prepares standard solutions and reagents for use in chemical testing. Reviews and interprets test results; prepares and distributes required analytical test reports according to published test methods or operating procedures. Maintains inventory: orders laboratory chemicals, equipment, and supplies. Handles instrument troubleshooting and maintenance; make minor repairs; diagnoses and corrects instrument software problems. Assist in revising existing standard operating procedures and developing new analytical procedures in an effort to expand laboratory testing capability. Performs research and special technical assignments as assigned.
 Oversees and directs the operation of the LIMS system in the laboratory. Develop and maintains forms and interfaces for data entry into LIMS. Creates specific report formats as per NELAC or contract specification guidelines.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS: 
The working conditions are generally comfortable air-conditioned laboratory environment. The position occasionally requires stooping, bending, or light lifting. There may be exposed to significant levels of heat, cold, moisture, and air pollution. The position may involve routine exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns.

This is a Department of Houston Public Works Emergency Management position at the Tier II Level.