Position Details
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position Laboratory Technician Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 1 Department PUBLIC UTILITIES Division PUB UTIL NWR WTP Requisition Number 2026351 Number of hours worked per week 40 Work Schedule
Schedule: Monday - Friday
Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Site Location Chesapeake, Va Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE06 Pay Basis Semi-Monthly Advertised Salary
$43,645- $64,921 /Annually
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Laboratory Technician - Protect Public Health & the Environment!
Are you passionate about ensuring safe, clean water for communities? We're looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Laboratory Technician to join our dynamic team at the municipal water treatment plant! This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding water quality and public health.
As a Laboratory Technician, you'll be responsible for collecting, preparing, and analyzing water samples from critical locations throughout the drinking water distribution system. Your work will include bacteriological testing and compliance monitoring as required by regulatory agencies.
What You'll Do:
Who We're Looking For:
If you're eager to make a real impact in environmental safety and public health, we want you on our team. Apply today and help us ensure clean, safe water for all!
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires high school diploma or GED and any combination of education and experience equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education in biology, chemistry or related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this position requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a driver's license and a driving record in compliance with the City Driving Standards .
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred software skills include Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Access.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 07/29/2026 Job Close Date 08/12/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants
Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.
Thank you for your interest in a career with the City of Chesapeake! We are an exceptional place to live, learn, work, farm, and play.
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver's license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands M=Medium - Exerting 20-50 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10 lbs. constantly
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Lifting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Lifting Amount Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Carrying Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Carrying Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Pushing/Pulling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs Reaching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Fine Dexterity Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Kneeling Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crouching Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Crawling Never- Never occurs. Bending Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Twisting No Response Climbing No Response Balancing No Response Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Talking Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. Foot Controls No Response Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
General Office and Laboratory Equipment, Two-Way Radio
Protective Equipment Required
Lab Coat, Safety Glasses or Goggles, Safety Shoes
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards N = Never Chemical Hazards D = Daily Electrical Hazards N = Never Fire Hazards D = Daily Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse N = Never Other If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors D = Daily Wetness/Humidity D = Daily Darkness or Poor Lighting D = Daily Primary Work Location Outdoors, Other - Laboratory / Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Frequent Change of Tasks Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Tedious or Exacting Work Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Noisy/Distracting Environment Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. Other If Other, Description Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Yes, Bacteriologist I or II, on a limited basis
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| Location | Chesapeake, VA |
| Salary | $43,645–$64,921 Per Year |