Wastewater Laboratory Technician I or II

More Results Wastewater Laboratory Technician I or II Employer Town of Ocean City, MD Location Ocean City, Maryland, US Salary Competitive Closing date Apr 4, 2026 View more categories View less categories Sector Government Field Conservation science Discipline Biology Salary Type Salary Employment Type Full time Apply on website Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Send job

Job Details Salary :

$52,998.00•$74,786.00

Annually Location :

Ocean City, MD Job Type:

Full-Time Job Number:

202100370

Department:

Public Works•

Wastewater Department Division:

WW LAB Opening Date:

01/28/2026 Job Summary

JOB SUMMARY

The Town of Ocean City, MD is hiring for a Wastewater Laboratory Technician I or II. This position will assist laboratory supervisors in performance of chemical and bacteriological analysis.

Salary range is as follows:

WASTEWATER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

$52,998•$67,579 Annually

WASTEWATER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II

$58,427•$74,786 Annually Job Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES WASTEWATER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

Performance of water and wastewater analysis by approved USEPA methods under the supervision of either the Laboratory Supervisor or the Laboratory Technician II. Work independently when necessary. Media preparation; glassware washing, operation of instrumentation and its calibration where required; preparation of standards; collection of water and wastewater samples; logging in and tracking of samples as they proceed through the analytical process; maintenance of instrumentation as required by quality assurance program; general laboratory support tasks. Participate in water/wastewater training events as available to advance laboratory skills and knowledge. This position is considered "essential personnel" and must report even during storm events and other town emergencies.

WASTEWATER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II

Performance of water and wastewater analysis by approved USEPA methods under the supervision of the Laboratory Supervisor. Work independently when necessary. Media preparation; glassware washing, operation of instrumentation and its calibration where required; preparation of standards; collection of water and wastewater samples; logging in and tracking of samples as they proceed through the analytical process; maintenance of instrumentation as required by quality assurance program; general laboratory support tasks. Participate in water/wastewater training events as available to advance laboratory skills and knowledge. Assist in training of the Laboratory Technician I. This position is considered "essential personnel" and must report even during storm events and other town emergencies. Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WASTEWATER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN I

Education, Experience, Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Required Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university in Chemistry, Biology or related field Obtain laboratory certification status with the State of Maryland Laboratories Administration within one year of start of employment, and maintain that status once received Valid driver's license Preferred Experience in a water or wastewater laboratory

WASTEWATER LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II

Education, Experience, Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations Required Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university in Chemistry, Biology or related field Minimum two (2) years experience as a Laboratory Technician I Maintain laboratory certification status with the State of Maryland Laboratories Administration Valid driver's license Preferred Experience in a water or wastewater laboratory Supplemental Information

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to perform water and wastewater analysis by approved USEPA methods. Work within the Maryland Laboratory Administration certification rules and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. We offer a competitive benefits package to full-time employees including medical, dental, vision, retirement (401a & 457b), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, thirteen paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick leave. To learn more details, visit our benefits page: https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/human-resources/benefits/ 01 Do you posses Bachelor's degree from a four year college or university in Chemistry, Biology or related field? Yes No 02 Do you have a valid driver's license? Yes No Required Question Share this job Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Apply on website Send job Apply on website Save job Click to add the job to your shortlist You need to sign in or create an account to save a job. Get job alerts Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox. Create alert