Environmental Systems Technician - Solid Waste

Kootenai County, ID • Coeur D Alene, ID

326d • $27 - $29

About The Position

The position will act as part of the hazardous materials response team as well as maintain, construct, operate and monitor leachate collection, surface water, ground water, landfill gas and hazardous waste management systems, and other environmental issues for the Kootenai County Solid Waste Department.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or Applied Associate's degree or certification from a two-year college or professional/technical school or program in Chemistry, Biology, Sanitation, or Environmental Science.
• Minimum of 48 months related experience and/or training.
• Possess or have the ability to possess a valid commercial driver's license (Class B) and be insurable.
• Possess or have the ability to possess certifications required on the job description.
• Meet the minimum physical fitness standards for this position and be respirator fitted.

Nice To Haves

• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain hand, power tools and motorized equipment including tractors, trucks, front-end loaders, backhoes, and forklifts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Enjoy working in outdoor facilities in all types of weather.

Responsibilities

• Act as part of the hazardous materials response team.
• Maintain, construct, operate and monitor leachate collection systems.
• Monitor surface water and ground water systems.
• Manage landfill gas and hazardous waste management systems.
• Address other environmental issues as required.

Benefits

• Employer-paid ongoing certification training.
• Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI) pension plan with five-year vesting and 11.96% employer contribution.
• Access to a free medical clinic offering primary care appointments, medications, lab services, and more.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility for student loan debt.
• Advancement opportunities.
• Variety of tasks and environment each day.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree