Job Details

SUMMARY

The Tshimakain Creek Lab Technician will be responsible for analyzing water for nutrients, bacteria and physical characteristics. Conducting drug testing and collections will also be a regular responsibility. The Tshimakain Creek Lab Technician will be responsible for special projects and all other duties as assigned. This position is scheduled for a minimum of 20 hours per week depending on workload. However, this position could transition into a full-time position (40 hours per week).

DESCRIPTION

Title: Tshimakain Creek Lab Technician

Work Schedule: Part-time (20 - 29 hours per week)/Non-exempt.

Reports to: Tshimakain Creek Lab General Manager

Location: Spokane Valley, WA

MISSION

"Our mission is to develop and engage in businesses that create sustainable economic development & employment opportunities for the Spokane Tribe. Engaging and supporting the local communities and Enterprise staff through business operations and outreach programs."

KEY ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follows correct protocol for the collection of urine samples and administering breathalyzer tests.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Performs laboratory procedures following Spokane Tribal Enterprises/Tshimakain Creek Lab Policies and Procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Records all required detailed information on custody control forms.
• Keeps laboratory clean and orderly at all times.
• Conducts water analysis using several different laboratory instruments.
• Conducts instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, when needed.
• Maintains logbooks and records for compliance with accreditation requirements.
• Prepares media and reagents needed for laboratory analysis.
• Provides assistance to ensure processes are followed and documents are accurately completed, in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Performs balances, pipetting and data entry.
• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidate must be 18 years of age or older.
• Candidate must possess a valid Washington State Driver's License, maintain a good driving record, and have the ability to be insured under the Tribe's insurance policy.

• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service, including meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, and workplace terminology.
• Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Knows and adheres to customer service standards as outlined in Spokane Tribal Enterprises' Policies and Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures, and training.
• Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
• Reliable, responsible, and dependable in completing work tasks.
• Display a good-natured cooperative attitude.
• Courteous, business-like contact with co-workers, customers, vendors, and community at large.
• Neat appearance and good personal hygiene, in compliance with Spokane Tribal Enterprises' standards.
• Ability to work flexible shifts (all days of the week and hours, holidays, and special events).

• Must be a team player and must possess excellent interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work well with customers, managers, and fellow employees.

• Ability to self-motivate and able to work with minimal to no supervision.

• Must be detail oriented and thorough in completing work tasks.

• Ability to follow all safety guidelines and be familiar with and follow all Tribal, Federal, and applicable Washington State laws.

• Ability to travel for meetings, training, and to the different Enterprise locations, as required.

• Communicates respectfully at all times.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking and writing so others will understand.

• Ability to accept and offer feedback and suggestions openly and respectfully with a willingness to follow through with delegated tasks.

• Ability to learn and adapt to new tasks or situations quickly and cooperatively.

• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism during stressful situations and conditions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required: College level chemistry courses; 2 years' experience

Preferred: Associate degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, or related field

A combination of education and experience may be considered as a substitute for degree requirement.

SUPERVISORY CONTROL

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

ENVIRONMENTAL and WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Employee is regularly required to stand, talk, hear, use hand and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard, reach, stoop, kneel, and sit for long periods of time.
• Dexterity required due to working with small vials, test tubes, and delicate lab equipment.
• Stamina required due to standing for long periods of time and at times hunched over a workstation for an extended period of time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work and ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
• Periodic exposure to potentially dangerous substances (flammable liquids, infectious bacteria, biohazards, etc.).
• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, printers, and pedestrian traffic).
• Bending, twisting and ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain composure during stressful situations and conditions.
• Follow policy and procedures in emergency situations, i.e. theft, robbery, power outages, network and equipment failures, etc.

COMPENSATION

This is a part-time/non-exempt position (minimum 20 hours per week). Pay rate is $20.00 per hour and DOQ/DOE. Benefits package includes personal time off (PTO) (accrual rate determined by years of service). Professional development opportunities are available contingent upon funding and approval.

DISCLAIMER

Spokane Tribal Enterprises reserves the right to hire according to its Indian Preference Policy. All applicants are subject to a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation. All positions with the Spokane Tribal Enterprises are subject to a 90-day orientation period.

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain nor is it to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

All applicants must complete an online application.

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. All applicants must complete an online application (even if attaching a resume).
2. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
3. Complete all required fields of the online application.
4. Do not write "see resume" in any of the application fields, please fill in requested information. If a question does not apply to you, notate "not applicable" or "n/a".
5. Complete applications will be considered.

Nothing contained herein is intended to create or shall be construed as creating an express or implied contract or guarantee of employment for a definite or indefinite term.