Environmental Systems Technician

Kootenai County; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Sur place; USD 58 000 - 63 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits

Generous PTO

PERSI retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Résumé du poste

Kootenai County's Solid Waste Department is seeking an Environmental Systems Technician to join a hands-on, technically oriented team. This role supports hazardous materials emergency response, and the operation of landfill gas, leachate, groundwater, surface water, and air quality systems.

The position offers competitive pay and excellent benefits, including a county healthcare program, generous PTO, and a strong retirement plan (PERSI).

Qualifications

• Associate's degree 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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Strong communication

Customer service

Mechanical aptitude

Formation

Associate's degree in Chemistry/ Biology/ Environmental Science

Description du poste

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.

Summary

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.

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

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vets Preference/Drug-Free Workplace

Kootenai County Benefits: http://www.kcgov.us/departments/personnel/benefits/default.asp

Questions?

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