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Job Description
- Req#: 4390823
- Perform work of moderate difficulty working under the directions of a supervisor to perform a variety of routine analytical testing and field sampling related to water distribution, stream, river, and wastewater treatment plant by-products.
- Perform general housekeeping, sample preparation, sample bottle and glassware cleaning, equipment maintenance, and some data entry.
- Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
- Some experience in one or more of the following would be an advantage: environmental sampling and or testing, exposure to analytical equipment.
- Course work in chemistry, biology, and/or environmental science is desirable.
- Must have the ability to work both individually and in a team atmosphere.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license, supplemented by a satisfactory driving record.
- Basic computer skills are required.
- While performing the duties of this job, the intern is regularly required to lift 20 lbs., walk, use hands and arms to operate tools and equipment; push, pull and grasp objects.
- Employees must also lift and/or carry objects weighing 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds.
- This role is 40 hours a week Monday through Friday.
- Your start and end time will be determined by your Supervisor.
- The internship will run from mid-May through mid-August.
Lake County Public Works is seeking a Lab Tech summer intern to work from May through August. Becoming a Lab Tech intern with the Lake County Public Works will allow you to perform a variety of routine analytical testing and field sampling.
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, drug testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam.
Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).About the company
Lake County is situated in the northeastern corner of the US state of Illinois along the shores of Lake Michigan.
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