Laboratory Analyst

SummaryWe are looking for a Laboratory Analyst to join our team! A Laboratory Analyst performs water and wastewater sample collection and laboratory analysis to help ensure our water and wastewater treatment operations comply with federal, state, and local regulations. The ideal candidate for this role is organized, detail-oriented, and has strong prioritization skills. This is a great opportunity for a Laboratory professional who is looking to increase their experience and contribute to the effectiveness of a small team.

Why work for us? You provide an essential service to the community while working in a science-based and constantly evolving field. Additionally, we offer excellent benefits, housing program, and opportunities for training, certification, and development.

Day to Day:

Lab Analysis: Perform microbiological, chemical, biochemical, nutrient, and physical analyses on drinking water, wastewater, and surface water samples.
Field Work: Collect samples and various parameters from District sites and waterways. Deploy and quality control (QC) check data loggers.
Data & Reporting: Record test data, perform calculations, and enter results into the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS); create reports and support regulatory data submissions.
Equipment & Maintenance: Prepare reagents, solutions, and media; calibrate and maintain lab equipment such as pH meters, titrators, and incubators; keep the lab clean, organized, and safe.
Customer Service & Compliance: Provide consultation to internal and external customers on regulatory compliance; respond to inquiries from the public and other agencies.

Qualifications & Competencies
Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED required. Laboratory Analyst I requires a minimum of three years of experience performing laboratory analysis. Relevant college coursework or a bachelor's degree in a scientific field may substitute for some or all of the experience requirement.
Certification: Laboratory Analysts must possess, or obtain within one year of employment, a State of Colorado Water Distribution, Water Treatment, Wastewater Collection, or Wastewater Treatment certification (any level).
Technical Skills: Working knowledge of chemistry/biochemistry principles and laboratory analysis techniques (microbiological, chemical, biochemical, and nutrient testing) preferred.
Communication & Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with customers, coworkers, and regulatory agencies.
Must be 18 years or older.
Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License within 30 days of employment and be insurable under District standards.
Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within the first two years of employment.

Schedule

This role will work Monday – Friday, 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Salary Range

There are three levels of Laboratory Analyst with different titles and pay ranges depending on certifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities. The District will support you in earning your licenses. Pay range and title depend on certifications and experience. Starting range depends on qualifications but generally falls within the minimum and midpoint of the pay range. Pay ranges for each level are as follows:

Laboratory Analyst I: $32.11 – $44.96
Laboratory Analyst II: $35.41 – $49.56
Senior Lab Analyst: $37.18 - $52.05

Benefits

At ERWSD, we value life-work balance and are leaders in the industry with our holistic benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
Employee housing or $559 monthly housing stipend
Wellness program
Retirement savings plans (414h and 457)
13.5 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Relocation Assistance (if applicable)
$800 Annual Recreation Benefit
Tuition Reimbursement
Loan programs for: Ski Passes, Electrical Vehicles, and Computers

Click HERE to learn more from our full 2026 Benefits Guide.

All District employees must submit to a pre-employment drug screen and extensive background check. For a full position description including work environment and physical requirements, email <[email hidden]>.

All applicants must apply online at <www.erwsd.org> by October 4, 2026. Contact <[email hidden]> for a full classification specification.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.