Job Description

Water At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we challenge the accepted so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. Through the delivery of our operations and maintenance services, you will make it simpler and more seamless for our client to have a safe, reliable, and efficient water utility. You will help us empower communities to focus on what matters most – people.

Swift action is needed by committed individuals looking for a long-term employment opportunity to help us address multiple needs and restore a reliable drinking water supply to the city of Jackson, MS. Jacobs is proud to be actively engaged in supporting the successful operation and maintenance of the water facilities and build confidence in the system’s ability to supply safe drinking water for the local community. Jacobs is committed to providing infrastructure solutions that are sustainable, inclusive, and equitable. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) considerations are central to how we operate as a business and how we serve our clients.

As a Laboratory Technician , you will join a collaborative team to sample and analyze water quality in the treatment plants and out in the field and investigate and restore water quality to customers throughout the City of Jackson, MS . Most importantly, you will ensure the safety, health, and well-being of your team.

Our Laboratory Technicians: 

• Perform a variety of technical duties involved in the sampling and biological analysis of water quality.
• Investigate and respond to customer complaints on water quality by recommending remedies for customer complaints on water quality, taste, color, odor, and related items.
• Collect water samples and perform bacteriological and chemical analysis for a variety of standard field tests such as chlorine residual and other water quality factors.
• Prepare solutions and reagents for various chemical analyses.
• Maintain, clean and care for laboratory equipment and materials. Calibrate analytical equipment including pH meters, turbidimeter, and other colorimetric meters.
• Analyze delivered potable water ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local water quality regulations.
• Stay abreast of Federal, State, and local laws and regulations on water quality
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making analytical observations.
• Maintain physical condition to perform walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time while also lifting and moving moderate to heavy materials, samples, and equipment.
• Maintain mental capacity which allows making sound decisions and using good judgment while demonstrating intellectual capabilities.
• Effectively handle a work environment and conditions which involve exposure to fumes, odors and hazardous and toxic chemicals, extreme weather conditions, and working around loud noises.

Bring your team-focus, adaptability, and commitment to excellence, and help Jacobs make an impact in the Jackson, MS community – and deliver value to our client and the communities we serve in Operations Management & Facilities Services (OMFS) projects, together.

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Here's what you'll need

• One year of water treatment or laboratory experience preferred with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management systems.
• High School Diploma or GED required specialized training in Water treatment, chemistry, biology, or a related field preferred.
• Valid state driver’s license

Ideally, You'll Also Have

• Knowledge of principles of routine chemistry, biology, and bacteriology
• Knowledge of use, care and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
• Knowledge of Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions.
• Knowledge of Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations related to water treatment and water quality.

Working Conditions

Safety is a core value at Jacobs. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. This position will spend a substantial amount of time performing safety sensitive labor or services.

Posted Salary Range: Minimum

38,100.00

Posted Salary Range: Upper

47,800.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off (allocated plans start date 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount as well as legally mandated benefits.

The base salary range for this position is $38,100.00 to $47,800.00; though will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on March 23, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .

Locations

City State Country
Ridgeland	Mississippi	United States
Jackson	Mississippi	United States

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office, Local area

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