Environmental Health Inspector (Trainee)

Purchase District Health Department; Tennessee; On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Knox County Health Department is seeking an Environmental Health Technician to join the environmental health program. This full-time role provides on-the-job training and classroom instruction, with supervision until independent practice is achieved.

Responsibilities include regular inspections of tourist accommodations, schools, and food establishments; collecting water samples; investigating nuisance complaints; and interpreting data via the EHMIS/GUI system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 24 semester hours in environmental health or related science, or registration as Kentucky Environmental Specialist/Sanitarian.
• Experience: N/A.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must register under KRS 223 within a reasonable time to remain permanent.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular inspections of tourist accommodations and schools to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Inspect food establishments for sanitation and collect samples as needed.
• Secure water samples, investigate nuisance complaints, and forward samples for testing.
• Interpret EH data and reports using EHMIS/GUI and present results to stakeholders.

Education

Bachelor's degree + 24 semester hours in environmental health or related science; or KY Environmental Specialist/Sanitarian registration

Job description

The Knox County Health Department is seeking an Environmental Health Technician to join the environmental health program. This full-time role provides on-the-job training and classroom instruction, with supervision until independent practice is achieved.

Responsibilities include regular inspections of tourist accommodations, schools, and food establishments; collecting water samples; investigating nuisance complaints; and interpreting data via the EHMIS/GUI system.