Environmental Systems Technician

Kootenai-County,-Id; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 79,629,412 - 86,792,932; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care for employees and dependen

Free medical clinic

Pension/retirement (PERSI)

Job summary

Kootenai County Solid Waste Department seeks an Environmental Systems Technician to join a hands-on team protecting natural resources and operating critical county services. This role offers competitive pay ($27.79–$30.29/hour), a robust benefits package, generous PTO, a solid retirement plan (PERSI), and opportunities for growth, with the chance to support environmental monitoring and emergency response.

Based in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, you’ll work outdoors in varied conditions, handle hazardous

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field.
• Minimum of four years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to obtain a Class B CDL license and meet insurability requirements.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varied weather and environments.
• Strong communication and mechanical aptitude; team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Respond to Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Team incidents such as chemical spills and fires.
• Monitor and maintain landfill gas, leachate, groundwater, surface water, and air quality systems.
• Collect environmental samples and interpret data for regulatory compliance.
• Operate Household Hazardous Waste Facility and educate the public on disposal.
• Perform testing, troubleshoot system issues, and implement corrective actions.
• Assist with construction, maintenance, and repair of landfill gas and leachate systems.
• Collaborate with contractors, engineers, and regulators to maintain permits.
• Support spill prevention, hazardous waste management, and environmental protection programs.
• Operate heavy equipment and specialized monitoring instruments; participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Teamwork

CDL Class B eligibility

Education

Associate's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or related field

Job description

Environmental Systems Technician – Solid Waste

Do you thrive in hands-on, technical work and enjoy solving complex environmental challenges? The Kootenai County Solid Waste Department is seeking a dedicated Environmental Systems Technician to join our team.

This is more than a maintenance position—it's an opportunity to serve on a hazardous materials emergency response team, protect vital natural resources, and help operate one of the county's most critical public services.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:

• Competitive Pay: $27.79 to $30.29 per hour depending on experience
• Amazing Benefits: Enjoy an exceptional benefits package, including health care for eligible employees and their dependents through our free medical clinic, offering primary care, medications, lab services, and more
• Generous Paid Time Off: Earn up to 8 hours of vacation each month, with increases based on your years of service. We believe in giving you time to relax and recharge!
• Secure Your Future: Benefit from a strong retirement plan through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), so you can feel confident about your future.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement and eligibility for public student loan forgiveness.

What You’ll Do:

• Responding as a member of the Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Team during chemical spills, fires, and other emergency incidents.
• Monitoring and maintaining landfill gas, leachate collection, groundwater, surface water, and air quality systems.
• Collecting environmental samples and interpreting monitoring data to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Operating and maintaining the Household Hazardous Waste Facility and educating the public on proper hazardous waste disposal.
• Performing environmental testing, troubleshooting system issues, and implementing corrective actions.
• Assisting with construction, maintenance, and repair of landfill gas, wastewater, and leachate collection systems.
• Working with contractors, engineers, and regulatory agencies to maintain compliance with environmental permits.
• Supporting spill prevention, hazardous waste management, and environmental protection programs.
• Operating heavy equipment, specialized monitoring instruments, and technical field equipment.
• Participating in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours environmental or operational emergencies.
• Explore the full job description to see if this role is the right fit for you.

What We’re Looking For:

• Associate's degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and meet insurability requirements.
• Comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather and environmental conditions.
• Strong communication, customer service, and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to accomplish various tasks in a team-oriented setting.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

You’ll be working in Kootenai County, one of the most picturesque places in northern Idaho! Nestled among scenic mountains and over 20 pristine lakes, our county is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. Located in Coeur d'Alene, you’ll enjoy a low crime rate, access to stunning natural beauty, and a peaceful, friendly community—making it the ideal place to work and live.

Ready to Apply?

Visit our online application page Kootenai County Employment Opportunities to submit your application, cover letter, resume, letters of reference and certifications. Open Until filled!

Candidates for employment must successfully complete the County's pre-employment and drug screening.

Questions?

Reach out to our Human Resources team at [phone] or email [e-mail].

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets Preference/Drug-Free Workplace