Environmental Health Technician I - Bilingual

Kern County • Bakersfield, CA

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About The Position

Kern County is hiring an Environmental Health Technician I. The position requires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, along with either qualifying college coursework in a relevant science field or two years of experience conducting environmental health inspections, investigations, or activities. A valid California Motor Vehicle Driver’s License is required.

Applicants seeking bilingual employment must provide a bilingual English/Spanish certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College, before the final filing deadline. Employees in positions designated as bilingual are paid according to the required proficiency level. A background check may be conducted. After an offer of employment, candidates may be required to complete post-offer medical and drug screening at County expense.

Selection is based on a written examination scheduled for December 4, 2026. The examination assesses mathematical concepts related to construction plans and diagrams; basic biology and chemistry; common weights and measures; environmental health program practices, procedures, rules, regulations, and laws; and inspection techniques and research methods. Candidates must score at least 70% on each phase. If there are too few candidates to warrant a written exam, Human Resources may instead appraise application materials. The examination establishes an eligible list for immediate appointments and other permanent or temporary appointments as needed; successful candidates generally remain on the list for twelve months, unless the Civil Service Commission specifies otherwise. Applicants must present valid government-issued photo identification to be admitted to the examination.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Completion of 12 semester or 18 quarter units in biology, chemistry, geology, physics, or another closely related field from an accredited college or university, or two years of experience conducting environmental health inspections, investigations, or activities.
• Valid California Motor Vehicle Driver’s License.
• Applicants seeking bilingual employment must submit a bilingual English/Spanish certificate issued by the Kern County Human Resources Division or its authorized agent, Bakersfield College, before the final filing deadline.
• Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the examination process.
• Valid government-issued photo identification is required for examination admission.

Benefits

• Kern County provides access to training and continued professional development to support employee career growth.
• Employees in positions designated as bilingual are paid dependent upon the required level of proficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED