Laboratory Pretreatment Specialist

Company Description

As a municipal government entity, the City of Pueblo is an employer of choice. The city employs over 800 team members in 15 different departments. Teams of diverse individuals work diligently to accomplish the various objectives that are essential to ensure that the Pueblo community is well represented, served and protected. Many of our employees enjoy a long and rewarding career with the city. Pueblo offers a stable work environment, rewarding career options, competitive salaries and a great benefits package. 

Job Description

Do you have a bachelor’s degree in chemistry or biology and looking for a new career opportunity? Apply to be a Laboratory Pretreatment Specialist in our Wastewater division!

As the laboratory pretreatment specialist, you’ll help keep Pueblo’s water clean and safe! You’ll test water and wastewater samples, use and maintain lab equipment, perform field tests, record data, and support businesses with compliance information.

This full-time position offers you a variety of benefits and an annual salary range of $58,194.24 - $73,141.32. Apply now through October 17th, 2025.  Click on Laboratory Pretreatment Specialist for access to the complete job description and to apply today! Visit www.pueblo.us/jobs to see all City of Pueblo open positions. Join our team and make a direct impact on your community!

This job description is an overview and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the functions and tasks required of the position.

YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE VIA THE CITY WEBSITE OR YOUR APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a related field
• A minimum of six (6) months verifiable experience operating a computer using Microsoft Office products
• A valid driver’s license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment
  • License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification 
  • During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications at the time of application, within one (1) year of appointment the employee must:

• Obtain a State of Colorado Wastewater Facility Operator Class "D" Certification
• Obtain a valid Class 1 Wastewater Collection Operator Certification from the Colorado Water and Wastewater Facility Operator's Certification Board

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Apply online at www.pueblo.us/jobs