Well developed communication skills are required. The work requires light physical exertion. The work environment involves hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature, ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific safety standards or procedures may be required.
Serious injury is possible.
Involves functional leadership responsibility. This level may also involve limited administrative responsibility such as participating in the evaluation of work performance. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Laboratory Technician class series in which the incumbents perform analytical and diagnostic tests for research and analysis in a laboratory facility. Maintains an adequate supply of laboratory equipment, chemicals and supplies. Troubleshoots equipment in order to identify defective equipment for repair or replacement.