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WATER SAMPLE COLLECTOR

Code: 04289 Local Non-Competitive

Water Sample Collector is a non-competitive local-government civil service title, so there is no ranked exam. You qualify by meeting the stated education and experience.

How to apply

  • No exam
    This title is not filled by examination

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Official job specification

The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator.

Examples of work

Collects water samples at various reservoirs and streams and brings into the laboratory for chemical analysis; checks general condition along various points as well as equipment; changes chlorine tanks and daily work sheets as required; treats reservoir with copper sulphate as needed; assist in the laboratory as needed.

Requirements

Ability to read and write English with facility.

Some knowledge of a water system; of the problems and procedures involved in water pollution control.

Ability to understand, remember and carry out oral and written directions; to learn quickly from oral and written instructions and from demonstrations; to make inspections of water service installations and make suitable recommendations as to findings; and to keep routine records.

Good health and freedom from disabling physical and mental defects which would impair the proper performance of the required duties or which might endanger the health and safety of oneself or others.