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State of Utah - Jobs Water Quality Technician in SALT LAKE CITY, Utah
This is a continuous job posting and the recruitment may close without notice once the position(s) have been filled.
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The Department of Environmental Quality is seeking to fill multiple intern positions in the Division of Water Quality. These are Term-Limited (TL), full time (40 hours per week), seasonal positions.
Principal Duties
- Assist with field monitoring activities with Monitoring Section Staff
- Collects, organizes, and review water quality data and samples
- Delivers field samples to appropriate labs
- Follows quality assurance procedures including standard operating procedures and field manuals
Ideal Candidate
- Work experience or educational background related to watershed sciences
- Skills include knowledge in physical, chemical, and biological dynamics of water quality monitoring
- Experience with operating scientific monitoring equipment
- Experience with operating 4WD vehicles, boats, and towing trailers
- Ability to get along with a diversity of personalities and maintain a positive attitude under stressful situations
- Flexible schedule and able to travel overnight frequently
- Knowledge with handling, collecting and identifying fish
Preferences: An associate degree or higher in a field related to watershed sciences is preferred. But, candidates who are still pursuing their degree will be considered. This includes environmental studies, natural resources, wildlife biology, environmental chemistry, geology, etc. Certification is unnecessary. Additional Information This is a term-limited (temporary), non-benefited position anticipated to last May through October 2025. The schedule is 40 hours per week.