Laboratory Technician (Wastewater Treatment) (NYHELP Program) (Water Pollution Control)

ONEIDA COUNTY GOVERNMENT NOTICE OF VACANCY DEPARTMENT: Water Quality and Water Pollution Control CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: Laboratory Technician (Wastewater Treatment) (NYHELP Program) CLASSIFICATION TYPE: Non-Competitive SALARY (GRADE): $54,178 (24B) Plus Excellent Benefits APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31, 2026 APPLY ONLINE*: https://oneida-portal.mycivilservice.com/post/jobopps DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This position involves responsibility for physical, chemical, bacteriological and microscopic examination, and analysis of raw and treated wastewater and sludge. The incumbent is responsible for performing laboratory tests and procedures required for control of the treatment process and necessary stream or industrial waste surveys. The work is performed under supervision of Water Resources Chemist, with leeway allowed for exercise of independent judgement in carrying out details of the work. Supervision over the work of others is not a responsibility of employees in this class. The incumbent performs related work as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications at time of application. Either: (A) Possession of Associate’s Degree in laboratory technology, engineering, civil, chemical, mechanical, electrical, biological or physical sciences or a closely related field; OR (B) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND two (2) years of technical experience in an industrial, medical, pharmaceutical, or public laboratory. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license at time of appointment. License must remain valid throughout appointment. NOTES: 1. Candidates MUST submit with application a copy of transcripts showing degree area and date degree conferred, if qualifying under (A). 2. Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If the degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States and its territories, the candidate must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates will be required to pay the evaluation fee. **Oneida County is an equal opportunity employer** If you do not have internet access, paper applications can be picked up at the Oneida County Office Building (Utica, NY) in the Personnel Department. You may also request a paper application to be mailed by calling 315-798-5726. Issued: 02/13/2026