Health Technologist - Environmental

Job Summary:

This position will provide a wide variety of program support to the Soil and Forage Analysis Laboratory at WSLH. Primary responsibilities include entering and verifying sample information in the lab system, supply ordering, test result reporting and distribution, and answering or routing customer inquiries. Another responsibility will be to contribute to the organization and preparation of soil and forage samples prior to analysis.

Responsibilities:
Works with environmental scientists and others to identify, assess, treat, and correct environmental problems.

• 10% May collect, document, and transport environmental samples
• 5% May verify code and regulatory compliance using knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations related to public health
• 10% May investigate complaints as directed
• 40% Keeps detailed records and assesses test data to maintain highest quality of service and performance
• 10% Communicates results, feedback, or suggestions; and discusses trends, procedural questions, and concerns
• 5% Reads and interprets test results
• 10% Accepts and records payment for services using lab information system, credit card machine.
• 10% Responds to inquiries from the public regarding testing services.

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Education:

Preferred
Associate's Degree

Qualifications:

Relevant work experience preferred.

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday 7:45 am to 4:30 pm.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $21.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications

How to Apply:

WSLH does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment for this position. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.
To begin the application process please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV, a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications relevant to the position, and a document listing contact information for three (3) references, including at least one supervisor. If you have questions, you may email [email protected]  or call Kelsey Bailey, 608-262-5594.

Contact:

Kelsey Bailey
[email protected]
608-262-5594
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Health Techn-Env(HS064)

Department(s):

A52-WI STATE LAB OF HYGIENE/SOIL AND FORAGE LAB

Employment Class:

University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number:

295427-CP

 
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