Part-Time Utility and Critical Water Sampling Technician

Part-Time Utility and Critical Water Sampling Technician

Company: I-2-I Solutions, Inc.
Location: Asheville VA Medical Center, 1100 Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC
Job Type: Part-time, as needed
Schedule: Monthly sampling, generally between the 10th and 15th of each month, between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Position Summary

I-2-I Solutions is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Utility and Critical Water Sampling Technician to support water-quality monitoring within the Sterile Processing Service Department at the Asheville VA Medical Center.

The technician will collect utility and critical-water samples from designated locations, perform assigned field measurements, maintain accurate sampling documentation, and prepare samples for laboratory transportation. Occasional repeat or emergency sampling may also be required.

Responsibilities

• Collect utility and critical-water samples from designated locations within the Sterile Processing Service Department.
• Collect samples from reprocessing areas, storage tanks, treatment-system outlets, feedlines, and other assigned sampling points.
• Collect samples for bacteria, endotoxin, total organic carbon, hardness, and ionic-contaminant testing.
• Perform assigned field measurements, which may include pH, conductivity or resistivity, temperature, color, and turbidity.
• Follow approved sampling procedures to prevent contamination and maintain sample integrity.
• Properly label, preserve, and store samples.
• Complete field logs, sample records, and chain-of-custody documentation accurately.
• Prepare samples for timely delivery or shipment to the designated laboratory.
• Maintain sampling meters, coolers, supplies, and equipment in clean working condition.
• Report damaged sampling points, abnormal readings, or unusual water-quality conditions.
• Coordinate sampling visits with I-2-I Solutions and VA personnel.
• Support emergency and repeat sampling assignments when requested.
• Complete required VA compliance-awareness and records-management training.

Work Schedule

• Routine sampling will generally be performed once per month.
• Monthly work must normally be completed between the 10th and 15th of each month.
• Work will be performed between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
• Additional annual, emergency, or repeat sampling may be required.
• Emergency assignments must be completed within five business days of notification.
• Hours will vary depending on the sampling event.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in water sampling, environmental work, laboratory operations, healthcare, sterile processing, or specimen collection is preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed written sampling procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
• Ability to prevent sample contamination and maintain sample integrity.
• Experience using portable water-quality meters or field-testing equipment is preferred.
• Ability to complete chain-of-custody and sample-tracking forms.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift and carry sampling equipment and coolers.
• Ability to work independently in an active medical-facility environment.
• Ability to meet VA identity-verification, access, compliance, and training requirements.

Preferred Background

Applicants with experience in any of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Water Quality Technician
• Environmental Technician
• Laboratory or Specimen Collection Technician
• Sterile Processing Technician
• Hospital Facilities or Water-System Technician
• Environmental Health or Public Health Technician
• Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field

Employment Type

Part-time, as-needed field position. The role includes scheduled monthly sampling and occasional annual, repeat, or emergency assignments.

This position supports utility and critical-water monitoring for sterile-processing operations and does not involve Legionella sampling.