Primary Duties/Responsibilities:  Performs physical & chemical, bacteriological, microscopic, and other tests or functions in environmental laboratory operations. Must operate Inductively Coupled Argon Plasma (ICP), Flow Injection Auto-Analyzer (HACH QuikChem & FIA Lab Instrument) and other specialized laboratory equipment (ex. pH meter, Turbidity meter, Colorimeter, Bench Conductivity Analyzer, Bench Ammonia Analyzer, or alternate analytical instruments). Must be able to understand, follow, and carry-out Standard Operating Procedures for laboratory analysis, including preparation of reagents, standards, media, and chemicals utilized in analysis. Must have knowledge of analytical chemistry, understand the concept of microbiological testing, and understand other concepts applicable to laboratory practices. Must have knowledge and ability to handle strong acids and bases, such as concentrated Sulfuric Acid, Nitric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, etc. Must operate the wet and dry heat sterilizer and automatic laboratory glassware washing machine, when required. Answers telephone, completes calls and relays information, as necessary. Assists employees of a higher classification, as assigned. Performs other similar or less skilled work, as assigned. Operates usual office machines.