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* Field sampling of potable, reclaimed and sewage samples. Can sample wells, lift stations, construction sites and new housing water supply systems* Arranged for sampling and schedules to meet compliance for state and EPA agencies* Analyzed samples of streams, raw and treated wastewater, sludge and other byproducts of wastewater treatment process.* Determined efficiency of plant processes to ensure that plant effluent met water pollution control requirements.* Conducted tests for settleable solids, suspended solids, total solids, volatile solids, volatile acids, alkalinity, dissolved oxygen demand and turbidity.* Executed daily operations of tracking potable and reclaimed water usage.* Directed laboratory personnel in prescribed laboratory techniques and performance of routine tests.Sequoia

* Field sampling for drinking and wastewater for state and federal compliance* Arrange for sampling with clients. Pick-up and deliver samples to lab* Developed methods of controlling sources of environmental pollutants utilizing knowledge of various scientific and engineering disciplines.* Prepared graphs, charts and statistical models from synthesized data.* Analyzed data in order to assess pollution problems.* Studied the growth, structure, development and general characteristics of bacteria and other micro-organisms.* Used prescribed and standard inhibitory media and controlling factors.* Identified micro-organisms by microscopic examination of physiological, morphological and cultural characteristics.* Coordinated the activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies.* Conferred with vendors in order to obtain product information, such as price, availability and delivery schedule.

* Supervise and assist students in college level biology experiments and while on Botany, Marine and Natural History field courses.* Collect samples for the Natural History and Botany classes* Help students learn to identify plants, animals, geology features, weather and water effects during trips to the coastal and desert regions of California.* Care for living plant and animal collections used during instruction.* Assisted research workers in experiments in biology, bacteriology, plant pathology, mycology and related agricultural sciences.* Cleaned and maintained field and laboratory equipment.* Culture, grow and maintain bacteria for Microbiology laboratories.* Coordinated the activities involved with procuring goods and services, such as raw materials, equipment, tools, parts, supplies.* Determined method of procurement, such as direct purchase or bid.