Laboratory Analyst

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** Laboratory Analyst Open Date: 01/26/26

Close Date: 02/09/26

Salary: $86,026.00 per year

Job Type: Regular

Location:

River Mountains Water Treatment Facility, 1299 Burkholder Blvd., Henderson For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact LVVWD Recruitment at  DEADLINE:
The first 75 applications submitted or 11:59pm, Sunday, February 8th, 2026, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
Hours of Work: 4/10’s, 6am-4:30pm, Mon-Thurs.
The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and one year of responsible chemical or microbiology laboratory experience in the testing and analyses typically used in a water treatment plant laboratory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Candidate must be a self starter, be self- motivated and enjoy contributing and working to ensure team success.
INTRODUCTION:
Human Resources will screen applications and supplemental questionnaires. Candidates possessing the strongest skills and experience for this position will be forwarded to the hiring department for further evaluation and to determine who will be invited to the formal interview process. The candidate hired will be required to pass a drug screening, background check and may be required to pass a job-related physical evaluation.
**** GENERAL PURPOSE
**** Under general supervision, performs routine tests and analyses of raw, treated and other water samples to determine compliance with federal and state regulatory requirements; enters data in LIMS and prepares standard reports, tables and charts; assists in the laboratory's quality control program; and performs related duties as assigned.
**** DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
******** Knowledge of:
**** Scientific theory, principles, practices, methods and agents used in the chemical or microbiological analysis and testing of raw, treated and potable water; routine laboratory protocols and procedures used in the testing and analysis of water samples; standard water sampling protocols, methods and techniques; methods and processes used in raw water treatment; federal and state law and regulations applicable to the work, including the Safe Drinking Water Act;

the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment standard to a chemical and microbiology laboratory; the use of standard laboratory glassware, beakers, flasks and pipettes; safe laboratory practices and procedures.
**** Ability to:
**** Operate a computer and automated/programmable laboratory equipment used in the compliance and non-compliance testing of raw and potable water samples; calibrate, maintain and perform minor repairs on laboratory equipment; understand and apply standard methodologies and protocols to maintain the accuracy and reliability of testing results; prepare accurate reports and records of test results; present scientific data clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;

establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and others encountered in the course of work.
**** Training and

Experience:

**** A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a college or university with a major in either analytical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, or a closely related field
-or- microbiology or a closely related field; and: one year of responsible chemical or microbiology laboratory experience in the testing and analyses typically used in a water treatment plant laboratory; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
**** Licenses;
Certificates;

Special Requirements :
**** A valid Nevada driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Water District Vehicle Insurance Policy.

A California/Nevada AWWA Water Quality Analyst I Certificate.
**** PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
**** The…