Environmental Technician I or II

City of Beloit • Beloit, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Beloit has an exciting employment opportunity available in the Water Resources Division of the Department of Public Works. Beloit seeks an Environmental Technician I or II which is responsible for identifying, evaluating, preventing, and controlling discharges that can contaminate the natural water resources, as well as the infrastructure to collect, distribute, and treat drinking water, storm water and waste water. This position will serve as the point of contact between the City and commercial users and a secondary contact for significant industrial users for pretreatment concerns. The individual hired may be hired as a Environmental Technician I or Environmental Technician II depending upon the qualifications of the successful candidate. This position typically works Monday through Thursday from 6:00a.m. to 4:00p.m. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.

Requirements

• A valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, environmental science, biological science, civil engineering, industrial processes, public administration or a closely related field (for Environmental Technician I).
• One to two years of related environmental technician or water resources experience is preferred (for Environmental Technician I).
• Must obtain Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Wastewater Operator in Training (DNR OIT) Certification within 24 months of hire (for Environmental Technician I).
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, environmental science, biological science, civil engineering, industrial processes, public administration or a closely related field (for Environmental Technician II).
• Three years of environmental technician, water resources, or related experience is required (for Environmental Technician II).
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Wastewater Operator in Training (DNR OIT) Certification (for Environmental Technician II).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a laboratory environment is preferred (for Environmental Technician II).

Responsibilities

• Identifying, evaluating, preventing, and controlling discharges that can contaminate natural water resources, as well as the infrastructure to collect, distribute, and treat drinking water, storm water and waste water.
• Serving as the point of contact between the City and commercial users.
• Serving as a secondary contact for significant industrial users for pretreatment concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree