County Of Maui
Water Microbiologist I (SR-18)
County Of Maui, Houston, Texas, United States,
Performs standard microbiological examinations of water samples in a laboratory, assists with more complex investigations and analyses, and with assigned phases of research projects; and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:This is the entry level class in the Water Microbiology series. This class differs from the Water Microbiologist II in that the Water Microbiologist I primarily performs microbiological examinations of water in accordance with standard methods and techniques, whereas the Water Microbiologist II performs a variety of standard and special microbiological examinations of water, requiring judgment in selection of methods and techniques.The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.Collects water samples for bacteriologic and biologic analyses.Conducts chlorine residual tests.Performs bacteriologic examinations of water including the presumptive, confirmed, completed and differential tests.Performs or assists with biologic examinations of water to gauge water quality in terms of water, turbidity, odor, taste and other factors affecting its suitability for intended use.Assists in assigned phases of microbiologic research.Assists in the maintenance of laboratory apparatus and equipment.Prepares culture media, stains, reagents and stock solutions.Conducts house to house surveys and investigates consumer complaints regarding water quality.Keeps records and prepares reports.Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in bacteriology, biology or a related field.License Requirement:
Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).Knowledge of:
the principles of bacteriology and biology; laboratory practices, procedures and techniques; the uses and care of scientific instruments and laboratory apparatus and equipment; practices and procedures utilized in collecting field samples, and in recording, assembling and compiling scientific observations and statistical data.Ability to:
conduct standard microbiological examinations; make field tests and laboratory preparations and computations; assist in the performance of research work; keep records and prepare reports of laboratory procedures, observations and results of tests; understand and carry out oral and written instructions.Health and Physical Condition:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.Physical Effort Grouping:
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Distinguishing Characteristics:This is the entry level class in the Water Microbiology series. This class differs from the Water Microbiologist II in that the Water Microbiologist I primarily performs microbiological examinations of water in accordance with standard methods and techniques, whereas the Water Microbiologist II performs a variety of standard and special microbiological examinations of water, requiring judgment in selection of methods and techniques.The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position.Collects water samples for bacteriologic and biologic analyses.Conducts chlorine residual tests.Performs bacteriologic examinations of water including the presumptive, confirmed, completed and differential tests.Performs or assists with biologic examinations of water to gauge water quality in terms of water, turbidity, odor, taste and other factors affecting its suitability for intended use.Assists in assigned phases of microbiologic research.Assists in the maintenance of laboratory apparatus and equipment.Prepares culture media, stains, reagents and stock solutions.Conducts house to house surveys and investigates consumer complaints regarding water quality.Keeps records and prepares reports.Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major work in bacteriology, biology or a related field.License Requirement:
Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license (equivalent to State of Hawaii Type 3).Knowledge of:
the principles of bacteriology and biology; laboratory practices, procedures and techniques; the uses and care of scientific instruments and laboratory apparatus and equipment; practices and procedures utilized in collecting field samples, and in recording, assembling and compiling scientific observations and statistical data.Ability to:
conduct standard microbiological examinations; make field tests and laboratory preparations and computations; assist in the performance of research work; keep records and prepare reports of laboratory procedures, observations and results of tests; understand and carry out oral and written instructions.Health and Physical Condition:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties.Physical Effort Grouping:
Light
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