Environmental Health Technician I - Bilingual

Kern Public Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern Public Health in Bakersfield, California seeks an Environmental Health Technician I for full-time service. The role involves inspection-related activities and requires a basic science background as well as a valid California driver’s license.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) certification is required for bilingual postings, and applicants should prepare bilingual materials if applicable. The recruitment process includes a written exam to assess knowledge of biology, chemistry, environmental

Qualifications

• High school diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent.
• 12 semester units in biology, chemistry, geology, physics, or related field OR two years of environmental health inspection experience.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License.
• A background check may be conducted.
• Bilingual English/Spanish certificate required to be considered for bilingual employment.
• Attach applicable materials to your application or deliver copies to the Human Resources Division by the deadline.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

12 semester or 18 quarter units in biology, chemistry, geology, physics, or related field

Job description

• Type: Full Time

Examination

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

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.
• A background check may be conducted for this classification.
• 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.
• Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or email to [e-mail]

Full job description: Environmental Health Technician I

“I truly enjoy my job in the Land and Water Program. The position has a great balance of field work and office work. We have flexibility on creating our own schedules and working as a team on complex projects. We work with engineers, contractors, and several different departments within Public Works to turn a parcel of land into what you see today.”

Jasmin Kraft, Licensed Vocational Nurse

“Being an LVN has always been a dream, as I live it every day! To have the opportunity to help, care, advocate, and teach patients is an honor. Knowing the hundreds of individuals I've cared for in the community warms my heart! Working for Public Health has allowed me to work with wonderful staff and learn so much, and still do to this day!”