CHEMIST I (SR-18) [1 vacancy]
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Job Summary
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Join the Honolulu Board of Water Supply as a Chemist I!
As a Chemist I youll help ensure water safety by testing natural and treated water for chemicals like pesticides metals and minerals. Youll follow strict lab procedures and work with potentially hazardous substances so attention to detail and safety is key.
Key Responsibilities:
- Test water samples for chemicals and minerals to ensure water quality and safety.
- Use a variety of lab techniques and instruments (e.g. color tests titrations and wet chemical methods).
- Collect water samples from different field locations including hard-to-reach areas with uneven terrain.
- Investigate water quality complaints by talking with customers testing samples and writing reports.
- Document and report lab findings clearly both in writing and verbally.
- Maintain lab equipment and supplies prepare chemical solutions and keep the lab organized.
- Stay up to date with new methods and developments in water testing and chemistry.
- Perform other assignments related to this role.
Work Environment:
- Youll work mainly in a lab under supervision but will also travel to different parts of the island to collect samples in the field.
Special Work Requirements:
- Ability to tolerate exposure to chemicals noxious fumes hazardous and toxic substances while using appropriate safety gear.
- Physically able to climb walk and/or crawl in confined conditions and/or remote areas while carrying fifty pounds of equipment/samples.
Career Progression:- There is opportunity to learn and progress up the Chemist career ladder with satisfactory work experience and demonstration of applicable knowledge and skills as well as qualify for higher level supervisory positions.
Apply today! If you qualify for the position your name will be eligible for further consideration for the current job opening as well as future vacancies with this job title.
Additional Job Information
Applications must be submitted online byNovember 1 2025 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.
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Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply.Minimum Qualification Requirements
At time of application you must be a citizen national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work inchemistry.Substitution:Work experience may be substituted for a bachelors degree in chemistry on a year-for-year basis. Such work experience must have provided the knowledge skills and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelors degree in chemistry.Education must have been completed by the time of application in order to be credited. Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United order to receive credit for the education proper documentation e.g. a foreign credential evaluation (FCE) must be provided. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program evidence of comparability or an original transcript.Verification Requirement: In order to be given credit for your education clearly list your education credentials on your application. As part of the hiring process you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to satisfy this education qualification requirement.If available please attach an electronic copy of your diploma and/or official transcript which shows the embossed seal or applicable FCE to your application.Or mail a photocopy of your documents to the following address:Department of Human Resources 650 South King Street 10th Floor Honolulu HI 96813.Copies will not be returned. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted. All information on your documentation must be legible and complete in order to be given credit.If you do not have your documentation to verify your education at this time please note that if selected for the job you will need to furnish verification documents in order to move forward in the hiring process.
Students who will graduate in Winter 2025 may apply.However you must submit an official document verifying graduation from an accredited four-year college or universityby January 10 2026in order to move forward in the application process. Instructions for submittal of your documentation verifying graduation will be requested after an initial review of your application.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid appropriate drivers license (Type 3/automobile) prior to appointment.Examination Process
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION:
In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation.....................100%
Key Skills
- Account Development
- Basic
- Lab Testing
- Jboss
- Chemistry
