Environmental Health Technician I - Bilingual

Kern County; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern County is seeking an Environmental Health Technician I to join its public health team in Bakersfield, CA. The position requires meeting minimum education/experience standards and preparing for a written examination that tests knowledge of biology, chemistry and inspection procedures.

Applicants should possess a valid California driver’s license; bilingual certification may be required for some positions, with bilingual testing information available through the Kern County HR Division and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of 12 semester units in biology, chemistry, geology, physics, or related field OR 2 years of EH inspection/assignment experience.
• Valid California driver's license.

Skills

Attention to detail

Math concepts

Inspection techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Biology/Chemistry/Geology/Physics coursework or related experience

Job description

Environmental Health Technician I

Location: 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301.

EXAMINATION SCHEDULE:

• Written Exam: will be conducted on December 4, 2026.

Examinations:

Written Exam (Weight 100%): Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of mathematical concepts relating to construction plans and diagrams; basic principles of biology and chemistry; familiarity with common scales of weights and measures; practices and procedures, rules, regulations, and laws associated with a variety of environmental health programs; inspection techniques and research methods.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.

The Human Resources Division may solely conduct an appraisal of application materials should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant a written examination.

Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards

• High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent.
• Completion of 12 semester of 18 quarter units in biology, chemistry, geology, physics, or other closely related field from an accredited college or university OR two (2) years of experience conducting environmental health inspections, investigations or activities.
• Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Driver's License.
• Applicants who wish to be considered for bilingual employment must submit a bilingual certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College. Applicants must submit a bilingual (English/Spanish) certificate before the final filing deadline.
• Access the following website for information about where to obtain a qualifying certificate: https://www.bakersfieldcollege.edu/academics/career-education/bilingual-testing.html employees who occupy positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

Growth Mindset

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.