Chemist

CITY OF ASHEBORO

JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT VACANCY #2633 Opening Date:
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Chemist I (Water Quality Department – Division of Water Resources)

An employee in this class is responsible for the performance of specialized analyses of water and wastewater to ensure the treatment is in accordance with all Federal, State, and Local enforcement regulations and guidelines. This employee will specialize in metal analyses, utilizing Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
- Furnace (AA – Furnace), Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
- Flame (AA – Flame), and Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy
- Flow Injection Mercury System (AA – FIMS) instrumentation. This employee must exercise initiative and independently work under the regular supervision of the Water Quality Manager and Assistant Water Quality Manager. An employee in this position participates in a mandatory Water Quality on-call rotation schedule to assist the Systems Maintenance and Water/Sewer Maintenance Departments in collection, testing, assessment, and reporting required by the State and Federal government.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university in the field of chemistry or biology, and considerable experience in laboratory analyses or an equivalent combination of experience and training.

Must be able to lift 20 to 50 pounds. Perform periods of sitting, standing, and stooping. Use of tools, equipment, and a microscope. Ability to distinguish between shades of color. Exposed to pathogens, chemicals, fumes, noise, and odors. Will work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

$54,809 – $65,771 annually (based on experience and qualifications)

Applications are available in the Human Resources Department. Please return completed applications to Kristen Terry, Human Resources Generalist, City of Asheboro, 225 East Academy Street, Asheboro, NC 27203, at your earliest convenience. You may also apply online eboronc.gov/jobs. The City of Asheboro is an at-will, equal opportunity employer.