Job Details

Central Contra Costa Sanitary District

CHEMIST I/II

Annual Salary: $109,055 - $132,054

Plus excellent benefits

Central San, a progressive public utility, is seeking a Chemist I/II. This position will perform a variety of specialized chemical, biochemical, bacteriological, microbiological, and toxicity analyses of water, receiving waters, wastewater, and related solid sand by-products relevant to wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal; collect samples; and perform and/or assist in the conduct of complex research projects.

Eligible to apply for advancement to the level II position ($4,728 - $5718 Bi-Weekly) after 18 months.

Education:

Possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in chemistry, microbiology, biology, or a related field.

Experience:

Eighteen (18) months of full-time experience in water, wastewater, environmental, or industrial laboratory testing, analysis and control.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of a valid California Driver's License. A valid out-of-state driver's license will be accepted during the application process. Must possess a valid California Driver's License within 90 days of appointment.

Possession of a Grade I Laboratory Analyst Certificate issued by the California Water Environment Association or must obtain the certificate within one year of appointment.

A District application and supplemental questionnaire must be filed by February 23, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. For a detailed job description and application, visit our website at: www.centralsan.org/careers

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