Laboratory Assistant

$17.19 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Alamo $17.59•$28.57 Per hour Laboratory Assistant

KERRVILLE

•CITY OF

Occupation:

Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health

Location:

KERRVILLE, TX

•78028

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

06/09/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

06/12/2026

Expires:

12/09/2026

Agency Job ID:

205-D01 Job #: 17024665 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 13 Month(s) DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for .

Job Summary:

Assist the manager and technician with the daily operations of the laboratory. Perform chemical, microbiological and bacteriological tests. Subject to being on call, including nights, weekends and holidays. Respond to emergency situations.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

This information is intended to be descriptive of the key responsibilities of the position. The following examples do not identify all duties performed by any single incumbent. 1. Assist the Manager by performing laboratory tests and performing other duties as assigned. 2. Maintain laboratory equipment by performing calibrations on equipment, washing glassware, sterilizing equipment and cleaning up chemical spills. 3. Perform clerical duties by entering data into the computer, logging test results and compiling various reports. 4. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of the practical use of chemical and bacteriological laboratory equipment and ability to perform tests on water and wastewater samples in conformance with accepted standards. Knowledge of the fundamentals of chemistry and biology as they apply to the analysis of water and wastewater. Knowledge of rules and regulations of the TNRCC and USEPA relating to the water and wastewater industries. Good mathematical aptitude as required performing simple laboratory calculations. Ability to work an on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Ability to maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

Analytical balances, PH meters, hot water baths, autoclaves, microscope, spectrophotometer, sample collection devices, pipettes, computer and related software, fax machine Steel toe boots, eye protection, gloves, lab coat, vent hoods, acid and base neutralizer, bactericides, hardhat

Education, Certification and Experience Required:

Possession of a High School diploma or equivalent Possession of a valid Texas Class C drivers license Possession of a Grade D Laboratory Analyst certification, or obtain within one year of employment Possession of a Grade C Surface Water or Groundwater or Water Distribution certification, or obtain within two years of employment Possession of a Class C Wastewater certification or Class II Wastewater Collection certification, or obtain within two years of employment Bacteriological Examination certification preferred Experience in the use of computers, including word processing and spreadsheets, and database maintenance One-year direct or related experience preferred

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Duties are generally performed in a laboratory setting, and within the city. This position is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, including cold, heat, and potential hazards. The employee is exposed to personal risk while conducting laboratory tests and working with potentially contaminated substances. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Travel within the community from one city facility to another occurs as necessary.

Special Requirements:

Position requires ability to work an on-call schedule, including evenings, weekends and holidays. The City of Kerrville is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Qualified Individuals. A City of Kerrville application is required. Resumes are considered additional information, and accepted with a completed City application.