Lower Colorado River Authority
We are hiring an Environmental Scientist to join an outstanding Field Services laboratory team! This exciting opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, collecting environmental samples and conducting environmental monitoring to protect water quality. You will work with customers to collect surface water, ground water, drinking water, stormwater systems and assisting in performing biological assessments by identifying aquatic invertebrate, fish, algae, and other aquatic vegetation. Do you want to be an integral part of the laboratory operations and contribute to LCRA’s mission, “To enhance the quality of life of the Texans we serve through water stewardship, energy, and community service?” Whether you are experienced or just beginning your career, we want you to apply!
You will be trusted to:
Collect routine surface water, stormwater, and drinking water samples
Calibrate multiparameter probes to collect water quality data and upload into database
Maintain and service equipment and practice chain-of-custody procedures, sample preservation and laboratory safety
Drive large trucks and tow/operate boats of different sizes in heavy traffic situations
Collect and identify freshwater fish and benthic macro invertebrates
Communicate with internal and external customers and the general public
You qualify with:
Sixteen or more college semester credit hours in biology or chemistry and four or more years of experience in environmental sampling and monitoring or other relevant experience. An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree(s) in chemistry, biology, microbiology, environmental science, physical sciences or engineering may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience. A Master’s or Doctoral degree(s) in the above disciplines may each be substituted for one year of experience.
Driver’s license
You are a great fit with:
Excellent communication skills
Boat trailering and operation experience.
Class D or equivalent water operator license
You gain:
Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
Life and disability insurance
Wellness program including wellness incentive
Extensive learning & development programs
And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578‑4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.
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You will be trusted to:
Collect routine surface water, stormwater, and drinking water samples
Calibrate multiparameter probes to collect water quality data and upload into database
Maintain and service equipment and practice chain-of-custody procedures, sample preservation and laboratory safety
Drive large trucks and tow/operate boats of different sizes in heavy traffic situations
Collect and identify freshwater fish and benthic macro invertebrates
Communicate with internal and external customers and the general public
You qualify with:
Sixteen or more college semester credit hours in biology or chemistry and four or more years of experience in environmental sampling and monitoring or other relevant experience. An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree(s) in chemistry, biology, microbiology, environmental science, physical sciences or engineering may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience. A Master’s or Doctoral degree(s) in the above disciplines may each be substituted for one year of experience.
Driver’s license
You are a great fit with:
Excellent communication skills
Boat trailering and operation experience.
Class D or equivalent water operator license
You gain:
Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance
Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave
401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option
Life and disability insurance
Wellness program including wellness incentive
Extensive learning & development programs
And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.
Equal Opportunity Employer LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578‑4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.
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