HomeMy WebLinkAbout4.111 LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II 20230221PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 4.111
Class Specifications for the Class:
LABORATORY TECNICIAN II
SR-15, BU-03
Duties Summary:
Supervises and participates in the collection and analyses of field samples; performs
specialized technical field and laboratory tasks; assists and participates with high level
professionals in conducting various physical, chemical and/or microbiological analyses of
wastewater, sludge, sediment, or water samples; assists in special studies and projects in
the research laboratory; and performs other related duties as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics:
This class is distinguished by its responsibility to supervise and participate in the
collection and analyses of field samples, perform a variety of specialized technical field and
laboratory tasks, and conducts various physical, chemical and/or microbiological analyses of
wastewater, sludge, sediment, or water samples. In addition, positions in this class assist
higher level professionals in carrying out special research studies utilizing highly
sophisticated instruments.
Examples of Duties: (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).
Supervises and participates in the collection and analyses of wastewater, sludge,
sediments, and water samples;
Initiates and performs independently, physical, chemical, and microbiological testing
of potable water;
Selects alternative sampling procedures and locations under atypical conditions;
Investigates consumer complaints by identifying source or cause and performing
appropriate field tests;
Preserves samples collected for further laboratory analyses and submits
recommendations on corrective measures;
Keeps records on field observations and reports conditions that deviate from the
normal;
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Collects daily turbidity and microbiological samples;
Assists professional laboratory personnel with physical, chemical, and microbiological
analyses of wastewater, sludge, sediment, and fresh and saline waters;
Completes analyses initiated by others as required; performs assigned analyses
independently under guidelines established by manuals, handbooks, or other
standard procedures;
Keeps records of procedures, observations, and results for submittal to professional
laboratory personnel for interpretation;
Operates and maintains laboratory equipment and apparatus;
Assists in research projects;
Operates motor vehicle to commute to field sites and to transport samples and
supplies; and
Performs other related duties as required.
Knowledge of:
Techniques and equipment used in laboratory analysis; operation and care of
residual chlorine titrators, analytical balances, pH meters, autoclaves, biological incubators,
conductivity meters, fluorometers, filtering devices, cameras, microscopes, residual chlorine
kits, ovens, burners, and other laboratory apparatus; practices and procedures involved in
recording assembling and compiling scientific observations and statistical data; principles of
general science.
Ability to:
Use standard laboratory equipment and apparatus and learn the use of the more
sophisticated instruments; make careful and accurate field tests and laboratory
preparations; work closely with professional laboratory personnel and carry out assigned
examinations and analyses independently; keep records of procedures, observations and
results of field and laboratory tests; make field inspections and investigations in
occasionally unpleasant surroundings; understand and carry out oral and written
instructions; assist and work harmoniously with others; instruct and review the work of
others.
This is the first specification for the class, LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II.
Approved: February 21, 2023
PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES
COUNTY OF KAUAI 4.111
Minimum Qualification Specifications
for the Class:
LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II
SR-15, BU-03
Training and Experience:
A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation
from high school; and
two (2) years of laboratory work experience in a chemical, biological or
microbiological laboratory.
Substitutions Allowed:
The following may be substituted for education:
A. Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high
school diploma.
B. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from
an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be
substituted for up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester
credits = 6 months).
C. An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community
college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the
education requirement.
The following may be substituted for experience:
A. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma in
chemistry, a biological science, or a related field from an accredited community
college, trades school, may be substituted for up to four (4) years of laboratory work
experience in a chemical, biological or microbiological laboratory (15 semester
credits = 6 months).
B. An Associate’s degree in chemistry, a biological science, or related field from an
accredited community college, business, or technical school, may be substituted for
two (2) years of laboratory work experience in a chemical, biological or
microbiological laboratory.
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C. A Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, a biological science, or a related field from an
accredited college or university may be substituted for up four (4) years of laboratory
work experience in a chemical, biological or microbiological laboratory.
D. A Master’s or PhD degree in chemistry, a biological science, or a related field from an
accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of
laboratory work experience in a chemical, biological or microbiological laboratory.
If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used
again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for
education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant
holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be
conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the
minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained
independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered.
Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant.
Quality of Experience:
Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be
accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must
have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/
she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being
considered.
License Requirement:
Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position.
Selective Certification:
Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of
some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be
established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent
experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position.
Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the
kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the
duties of the position to be filled.
Tests:
Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination.
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Health and Physical Condition Requirements:
Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and
physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential
functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Physical Effort Grouping: Light
This is the first specification for the class, LABORATORY TECHNICIAN II.
Approved:February 21, 2023
(date)ANNETTE L. ANDERSON
Director of Human Resources