Part-Time Water Sampling Environmental Health Aide

Howard County Health Department; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Howard County Health Department in Columbia, MD seeks an Environmental Health Aide (contract, part-time up to 18 hours/week) to collect water samples from drinking water wells and support the Community Hygiene Program.

The role emphasizes accurate sampling, paperwork, certifications, and customer service, with opportunities to contribute to disease prevention through environmental factors and collaboration with the Bureau of Environmental Health.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Three years in sanitation or a related field; substitutions may apply.
• Notes: Military service substitution options.

Responsibilities

• Water sampling of drinking water wells in Howard County.
• Visit properties scheduling sampling and determine sampling location as needed.
• Maintain water sampler certification and complete tracking paperwork.
• Provide good customer service to Health Department customers.
• Submit activity reports and participate in drills and trainings.

Skills

Water sampling

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Howard County Health Department in Columbia, MD seeks an Environmental Health Aide (contract, part-time up to 18 hours/week) to collect water samples from drinking water wells and support the Community Hygiene Program.

The role emphasizes accurate sampling, paperwork, certifications, and customer service, with opportunities to contribute to disease prevention through environmental factors and collaboration with the Bureau of Environmental Health.