Environmental Health Technician

FDLC•Fond du Lac, WI

12d•$23 - $28

About The Position

The Environmental Health Technician performs technical, field, laboratory, and program support activities related to environmental health and public health protection under the direction of the Environmental Health Supervisor. Primary areas of responsibility include the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Transient Non-Community (TNC) water program, water laboratory activities, and the county radon program. This is an entry-level environmental health position. Specialized knowledge and skills are developed through on-the-job training, department procedures, applicable state requirements, and direct supervision. The role includes routine field observations, inspections, sampling, laboratory testing, recordkeeping, community assistance, program support, and related administrative duties. The technician operates department vehicles and various laboratory and sampling equipment as required, follows safety procedures, and may participate in department emergency response activities as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successfully complete required department, state, and program-specific training within established timeframes.
Obtain and maintain any certifications, training, or credentials required for assigned duties.
Valid Wisconsin driver's license and ability to meet county requirements for operating a county vehicle, as applicable.
Ability to follow established procedures and safety requirements, maintain accurate records, communicate professionally, and perform assigned field, laboratory, and administrative activities.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in environmental health, water quality, laboratory work, radon, public health, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Perform routine environmental health activities related to public health protection and prevention of environmental exposures.
Conduct assigned activities for the DNR Transient Non-Community (TNC) public water program in accordance with applicable state and local requirements.
Collect, receive, prepare, and/or process water samples for laboratory analysis according to established procedures.
Perform routine water laboratory testing and maintain accurate records of testing activities and results.
Assist with the county radon program, including distributing and processing test kits, providing education, and maintaining program documentation.
Learn and apply applicable public health, environmental health, laboratory, water quality, and radon regulations and procedures.
Recognize potential environmental health concerns and communicate findings to the supervisor or appropriate staff.
Provide routine assistance and information to property owners, businesses, public water system operators, and community members about environmental health programs.
Assist community members with questions about water testing, radon testing, and TNC program requirements; promote awareness of environmental health risks and testing and prevention resources.
Work cooperatively with property owners, businesses, municipalities, laboratories, state agencies, and other community partners.
Conduct assigned routine field observations, inspections, sampling, and data collection.
Review water sample information and laboratory results for completeness and accuracy; identify unusual or potentially concerning results and bring them to the supervisor’s attention.
Maintain accurate records related to TNC systems, water testing, radon testing, and other assigned environmental health activities.
Assist with tracking follow-up activities, required notifications, and corrective actions, and use established procedures to determine next steps for routine situations.
Work independently on routine assignments after appropriate training while recognizing when supervisor guidance is needed.
Organize and prioritize field, laboratory, and administrative activities; maintain equipment, supplies, records, and work areas.
Participate as a team member in department environmental health activities and assist other staff as needed.
Implement established department policies, procedures, and state requirements for assigned programs, and maintain documentation needed to demonstrate compliance.
Provide feedback to the supervisor about procedures, workload, equipment, supplies, or other operational needs; assist with routine program planning and preparation of materials, supplies, and schedules.
Communicate clearly and professionally, provide routine education and technical information, explain requirements respectfully, and document contacts, findings, results, and follow-up in a timely manner.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling public and program information.
Monitor and maintain assigned program supplies, assist with inventory control, identify supply needs, and use resources responsibly.
May assist with routine fee collection, payment processing, or related documentation.
Perform routine office, field, laboratory, and administrative duties supporting assigned programs; maintain required training and develop proficiency through on-the-job training.
Operate department vehicles, laboratory equipment, sampling equipment, computers, and other equipment as required.
Maintain a safe and organized work environment and follow established safety procedures, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment.
Participate in department emergency response activities as assigned and perform other related duties assigned by the Environmental Health Technician Supervisor or Health Officer.