The Sunnyside Valley Irrigation District (SVID), seeks a Water Quality Technician. The individual should value working in the field collecting water samples in the morning and performing chemical and biological testing of the samples in the afternoon on the same day. Routine operation and maintenance of field sampling and laboratory equipment are required. The candidate will sample year-round by wading in district waterways and may be exposed to inclement weather. Individual is required to lift 50 lbs. of weight. Desirable skills include: working in a laboratory setting; data analysis, charting, and management in Microsoft Office programs (Access, Excel, and PowerPoint); strong field observational skills; detail-oriented, and ability to work independently. A minimum of an AA degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science, geology, natural resources, or other scientific field of study is preferred but not required. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education. Wage: $50,000 to 52,000 per year DOQ. Benefit package includes medical, dental, retirement, paid vacation, holidays and sick leave. Submit an application, resume and letter of interest to the Sunnyside Valley Irrigation District, 120 South 11th Street, P.O. Box 239, Sunnyside, WA 98944 or email to chapinf@svid.org attention Forrest Chapin, Water Quality Supervisor, position will be open until filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Sunnyside, WA 98944 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Sunnyside, WA 98944: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person