Environmental Health Technician

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Environmental Health Technician

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Job Summary

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN

MONTHLY SALARY: $5,898 - $7,169
PLUS, AN EXCELLENT BENEFITS PACKAGE

FINAL FILING DEADLINE

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2025, 11:59 PM OR WHEN WE RECEIVE THE FIRST 100 QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical assignments involving office and field review, inspections, investigations, permit processing, enforcement, and interpretations relating to environmental and health laws and regulations.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: Environmental Health Technician is distinguished from the professional Environmental Health Specialist series in that Environmental Health Technicians support the professional work conducted by Environmental Health Specialists. The technical support work may involve elements of the professional work. However, the technical support work requires less than full professional competence in the field.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job flyer does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Conducts inspections, investigations and research on environmental health or sanitation problems and their control.
• Performs initial and follow-up inspections of garment manufacturing establishments and issues applicable notices of violations.
• Performs Certificate of Occupancy inspection at non-food facilities and issues applicable notice of corrections.
• Performs intake reviews and processes permit applications for food facilities, manufacturing establishments, solid and liquid waste disposal, and water wells in conformance to state and local laws and regulations.
• Assists with Certified Unified Program Agencies (CUPA) related inspections, audits and complaint responses.
• Assists with Stormwater and Cross Connection Program related inspections, audits and complaint responses.
• Performs initial surveys and complaint investigations of water supplies, landfills and dump sites, gas stations, waste facilities, industrial and commercial facilities using or storing hazardous or toxic materials as well as private premises; identifies problems and recommends solutions.
• Assists or independently conduct environmental health surveys or inspections.
• Performs initial and follow up field surveys on non-operating food facilities.
• Collects samples using proper protocol and chain of custody for submission to the laboratory; collects recalled products from businesses.
• Performs initial investigation of complaints of environmental nuisances and blight; investigates requests for non-conforming use business permits; issues notice to abate; performs surveys to verify compliance with permit requirements.
• Researches zoning maps, general and community plans, and planning regulations to determine and inform the public of requirements and restrictions relating to the use of property or the location of water wells.
• Records and maintains data on soil characteristics and percolation rates; reviews bacteriological and chemical analysis of public water wells and compares to standards.
• Monitors and maintain reports of waste haulers.
• Receives and screens complaints about a variety of public health and environmental control issues and refers as appropriate.
• Performs routine maintenance and calibration of equipment.
• Uses computers to establish and maintain permit databases and research parcel information.
• Maintains logs and records, collects fees, writes reports and correspondence, and assists in preparation for court hearings.
• Assists the public and answers inquiries about department services, programs and records; explains rules, policies, and procedures, and research databases and files; refers matters requiring policy interpretation to supervisor for resolution.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Vernon and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, you must meet the following minimum qualifications upon the final filing date of this bulletin:

Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND two years of clerical experience working in a community development, public works, health, or related department.

Supplemental Information

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: A valid California State Class C Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a standard office environment and in internal and external environments throughout the City, exposure to hazardous materials may occur. May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Pursuant to California Government Code §3100, all public employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them by their supervisors or by law.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Completed application packets will be reviewed and only the first 100 qualified applicants whose qualifications best meet or exceed the requirements of the position and needs of the City, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for the position. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from consideration. Applications must be submitted online . If you submit multiple applications, only the most recent application will be considered. Copies of required certifications must be submitted with the application . Stating "see resume" is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. To view the complete job description, please visit our website at www.cityofvernonca.gov . It is the applicant's responsibility to notify the Human Resources Department of any changes to their contact information. Following the closing of the filing period for this recruitment, the Human Resources Department will review the application materials submitted for minimum qualifications. Those applicants who meet or exceed the minimum qualifications for the position will be invited to participate in the next phase of this recruitment process.

“The City of Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer”
CITY OF VERNON - HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Veronica Avendano, Human Resources Analyst
vavendano@cityofvernonca.gov
(323) 583-8811, ext. 323

The City of Vernon offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental vision, life, and long term disability insurance.

Retirement Benefit : Retirement benefits are provided by the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS):

Effective January 1, 2013, newly hired non-safety employees who are new CalPERS members, as defined by the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act of 2013 ("PEPRA"), will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2% at 62 benefit formula. New members will be required to pay 7% as their member contribution.

An employee who is a "classic" member of CalPERS, will be enrolled in the CalPERS 2.7% at 55 benefit formula. Classic employees urrently pay an 8% employee contribution and a 3% share of the employer contribution.

Cafeteria Benefits Plan : The City offers a monthly allowance towards the purchase of a HMO, PPO or HSA medical plan for the employee and their family members. Any remaining amount can be used towards the purchase of a HMO or PPO Dental planand Vision coverage for dependents. Vision coverage is included at no cost to the employee. Supplemental Insurance plans are available.

Holiday pay : The City has 13 authorized holidays per calendar year.

Bilingual pay : Employees in eligible positions who successfully demonstrate Spanish speaking skills would be eligible to receive an additional $275.00 a month.

Vacation :
Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual
1st year thru 4th year 80hrs; 3.08 accrual rate
5th year thru 9th year 100hrs; 3.85 accrual rate
10th year thru 14th year 120hrs; 4.62 accrual rate
15th year thru 24th year 160hrs; 6.16 accrual rate
25th year and more 190hrs; 7.31 accrual rate

Vacation 24/7 Operation:
Continuous Years of Service Vacation Hours Earned Bi-Weekly Accrual
1st year thru 4th year 96hrs; 3.69 accrual rate
5th year thru 9th year 120hrs; 4.61 accrual rate
10th year thru 14th year 144hrs; 5.53 accrual rate
15th year thru 24th year 192hrs; 7.38 accrual rate
25th year and more 228hrs; 8.76 accrual rate
City offers vacation cash out.

Sick Leave : All full-time employees shall accrue up to 80 hours of sick leave per calendar year, at a rate of 3.08 hours per pay period.

Tuition Reimbursement : $2,200.00 is available to those who satisfactorily complete job related college courses.

Hybrid Work Program: The City offers a hybrid work schedule for elgible positions. The City allows a combination/flexible work schedule upto 50% remote work.

Other Benefits : Most employees work a 4/10 schedule. In addition, the City offers paid parental leave, bereavement leave and jury duty.

Miscellaneous Benefits : The City provides an interest-free loan program for the purchase of a computer, corrective eye surgery and a hearing aide device.

The City of Vernon encourages you to log onto our website for the benefit details www.cityofvernon.org

Closing Date/Time: 10/22/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$70,761.60 - $86,028.80 Annually