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General Information

ID
1488
Main Organization
General Government
Location
DPU/WRF--Laboratory - 9101 Wrva Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 44,314
Max Salary
$ 81,518
Posting Date
08-07-2026
Closing Date
08-24-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Assigned to a County laboratory with primary responsibilities for accurately performing a variety of routine and less complex testing on water or wastewater samples as assigned; accurately collects, prepares, preserves, analyzes and logs samples; maintains strict chain-of-custody protocols; adheres to strict prescribed guidelines and processes; does related work as required.

Essential Duties

The Laboratory Aide helps to support the day-to-day function of the Henrico County Central Environmental Laboratory, a VELAP certified laboratory located at the Henrico Water Reclamation Facility.

 

The essential duties of this position include:

 

  • Field collection and analysis of routine and non-routine drinking water samples throughout the County’s distribution system.
  • Accurate calibration and use of equipment used for field testing and analysis, including pH meters, handheld colorimeters, turbidimeter, etc.
  • Interaction with DPU customers when responding to water quality concerns.
  • Manage ordering, stocking and inventory of laboratory supplies.
  • Receive, prepare, preserve, and handle a wide variety of water and wastewater samples.
  • Develop and maintain a sound working knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing protocols including proper sample collection and preservation skills, accurate testing and analysis skills and sound quality controls skills.
  • Develop and maintain a sound understanding of sampling and holding time requirements to ensure sample compliance and appropriately prioritizes workload.
  • Use of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) software to log-in samples and enter results of analysis.
  • Disposal of wastewater and drinking water samples followed by sample container cleaning.
  • Follow all safety protocols and use all required personal protective equipment.

 

The Laboratory Aide shall have the following abilities:

 

  • Sound attention to detail and organization skills.
  • Time management skills to successfully complete assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner within established deadlines, specifications and regulations.
  • Personal accountability and integrity.
  • Ability to read, and accurately comprehend, interpret, apply and communicate findings.
  • Sound judgement, critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to appropriately recognize issues and collaborate effectively with Lab staff and other stakeholders to appropriately resolve questions and issues with minimal guidance.
  • A sound working knowledge of relevant safety rules/regulations and accident-prevention practices.
  • Manual dexterity, visual and hearing acuity sufficient to enable sample collections and accurate testing, analysis, and reporting and to work safely in laboratory conditions handling hazardous materials.
  • Ability to work in all weather conditions.
  • Ability to drive a cargo van.
  • Sound interpersonal skills, including good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse audiences of internal and external personnel and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively to establish and maintain good working relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Sound computer skills with the ability to use typical business software, proprietary software, and applications to complete assigned tasks.
  • Sound math skills necessary to perform accurate calculations.
  • May require the ability to work a flexible schedule.
Additional Information

This job is located at the Henrico County Water Reclamation Facility located at 9101 WRVA Road in Varina.

 

The anticipated hiring range will be at the lower end of the listed pay scale. Salary will be commensurate upon experience.

 

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Requires a valid driver's license to perform assigned duties at various locations Countywide.

May be required to work a rotating on-call schedule.


Important: Communications regarding your application will come from recruitment@henrico.gov and notifications@henrico.avature.net (our applicant tracking system). Please add both addresses to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk folder regularly.

Minimum Requirements

High school graduation plus relevant coursework in sciences such as chemistry, and previous relevant work experience preferred; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)

Benefits

At Henrico County, we prioritize your well-being with medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, plus flexible spending accounts and voluntary benefits. Enjoy generous leave options, including parental, bereavement, and wellness leave, along with 13 paid holidays annually. Invest in your future with Virginia Retirement System benefits and 457 deferred compensation. Visit our website: https://henrico.gov/hr/benefits-for-employees/ to learn more!

EEO Statement

The County seeks to hire the best-qualified applicants available for each position vacancy, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions (including lactation), age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or military status, status as an organ donor, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification).