Water Chemist

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverseworkforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If youhave a passion for being a part of an inclusive team of public servants pleaseconsider the following opportunity.

The Water Chemist collects and analyzes water samples tomeet compliance requirements and to verify the precision and accuracy of onlinewater quality control instrumentation used throughout the water treatmentprocess.

Compliance and Quality Monitoring

• Prepare standards materials reagents and solutions required to perform chemical tests analyses and calibration examinations.
• Calibrate and perform regular and routine quality control to ensure maximum water quality.
• Troubleshoot online instrumentation to regulate and monitor the water treatment process.
• Assure all water quality objectives and regulatory standards are met while maintaining proficiency for laboratory analyses.
• Complete preventive maintenance work and generate work orders for malfunctioning equipment or instrumentation.
• Interpret and utilize technical data from calibration and verification checks to make accurate and timely assessments of instrument performance.
• Maintain familiarity with both water treatment plants and pumping stations which includes monitoring different processes instrumentation and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of test results with data logged in a timely manner including computer generated reports and graphs.
• Assist operations personnel in the use of data to make water quality treatment adjustments.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Train new employees in lab functions and water quality processes.

• Must successfully complete a Milwaukee Water Works background check.
• Must have the physical ability to differentiate and quantify colors and odor.
• Must be able to work a rotating shift (rotating from 7-3:30 and 3-11:30 shifts every 4 weeks) and be subject to emergency call-out at any time.
• Water Plant employees are considered essential and must report to work no matter the weather conditions or emergencyevent.
• Must be able to lift and carry loads of water samples containers and coolers up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work in hot cold and humid environments.
• Must be able to climb ladders and multiple stairs and enter and exit limited space areas.
• Required pre-employment test include:
  • Physical Exam
  • Vision Exam (Including Color Blind Test)
  • Audio-Gram
  • Drug Screen - Non-DOT

1. Bachelors Degree in chemistry microbiology water orwastewater technology or a closely related field from an accredited college oruniversity.
OR
Associate degree in chemistry microbiology water or wastewatertechnologyplustwo years of experience in a laboratory performingchemical analyses.

Equivalentcombinations of education and experience may also be considered.

Note:Students in their last semester may apply for thisposition but may not be appointed proof of education completion is provided.

2. State of Wisconsin Department of Natural ResourcesSurface Water Municipal Water Supply Operator Certification within nine monthsof appointment and throughout employment.

3. Valid drivers license at the time of appointmentand throughout employment.

NOTICE:Please do not attach youracademic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department willverify candidates education as part of the background screening process priorto extending any job offers.

• Laboratory or operational experience in a surface water purification plant.
• Knowledge of drinking water treatment principles and processes.

Technical

• Knowledge of proper sample collection and preservation procedures.
• Knowledge of chemistry for dilutions conversions and general lab practices.
• Knowledge of mathematics such as ratios units dimensions conversions percentages statistics and logarithms.
• Ability to work with laboratory equipment including pH meters colorimeters and particle counting equipment.
• Ability to perform laboratory testing with third party blind and reference standards and use proper lab techniques including standard methods and department required protocols.
• Ability to maintain appropriate lab hygiene to protect and ensure reliable results.
• Ability to understand interpret apply and adhere to regulatory requirements.
• Ability to utilize computer software including databases and Microsoft Office products such as Word Access Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and policies regarding personal protective equipment and other safety gear.

Communication Interpersonal and Customer Service

• Verbal communication skills to effectively convey information to co-workers the public and management.
• Written communication skills for compiling records and reports.
• Interpersonal skills to maintain effective positive relationships with the public and other City departments.
• Customer service skills to effectively handle water quality concerns of residents and to interact with customers in their homes.
• Ability to interact with residents in a helpful and courteous manner.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people whose backgrounds may differ from ones own.
• Ability to be flexible and work both independently and within a team structure.

Problem Solving Judgment and Accuracy

• Problem solving skills to analyze data trends and formulate hypotheses.
• Ability to analyze reports summarize findings perform data entry and summarize spreadsheets.
• Attention to detail to ensure accurate review and recording of test results.
• High ethical standards in order to report accurate lab results to ensure regulatory compliance at all times.

The current salary range (2FN) is$61409-$71754annuallyand the resident incentive salary range for City of Milwaukee residentsis$63252-$73907annually.Appointment above the minimum ispossible based upon level of experience and other qualifications and is subjectto approval.

BENEFITS

The City of Milwaukee provides a comprehensive benefitprogram that includes the following:

• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
• Health and Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness Program
• Onsite Clinic Services
• Onsite Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Tuition Benefits
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave and other paid leaves
• Flexible Spending Arrangement
• Commuter Value Pass