Environmental Health Technician

Overview

The Stark County Health Department is a nationally accredited public health department striving to create a diverse and inclusive

environment where every employee feels valued for their different personal or professional background. Employees are encouraged to participate in professional development training, suggest areas for improvement, and utilize a team approach to make positive changes

in the community.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

Accompany, assist, or record observations for environmental health specialists and/or other officials using expertise in environmental health testing, sampling principles and techniques, and environmental health observation reporting.

• Follows-up on Animal Bite Reports and coordinates specimen collection/ submission via a courier to ODH lab.
• Perform routine environmental health testing under REHS supervision to determine non-compliance with applicable laws and unsanitary abatement standards and aid in applying agency’s standardized methodology to enforce state and local laws and regulations for conditions.
• Collect water and effluent samples in accordance with standard methods; make and record observations of environmental health hazards.
• Make observations of sewage treatment systems that are issued an operation permit or certificate of inspection to ensure compliance with applicable state and local environmental health standards.
• Work with homeowners as partners, providing education, guidance, and assistance to help resolve environmental health concerns and protect the health of their families and communities.
• Assists staff in conducting public health nuisance inspections and investigations, including utilizing specialized investigative software to support enforcement activities.
• Work with REHS and legal representative to ensure filed Complaints are handled in a timely manner.
• Assist in obtaining proper legal service for Orders issued by the Department or Complaints filed in Court.
• Proven janitorial or custodial experience within healthcare facilities or similar environments demonstrating knowledge of hospital housekeeping standards.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations related to chemical handling, safe lifting practices, and workplace safety protocols.
• Experience with cleaning equipment such as floor buffers, extractors, steam cleaners, and other sanitation tools.
• Knowledge of healthcare infection prevention and control measures is highly desirable.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while maintaining proper ergonomic techniques.
• Strong customer service skills with a positive attitude toward teamwork and communication.
• Prior experience in environmental services or hospital housekeeping is preferred but not required; training will be provided for the right candidate.
• Assist in cataloging and filing agency reports and inspections. Write and update records and reports of daily activities and observations.
• Respond to all emergency situations that affect the health and/or safety of Stark County residents.
• Prepare Board of Health actions and court actions; provide expert testimony in court for public health cases, when necessary.
• All above duties are performed under the supervision of a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS).
• Perform other tasks of public health importance as requested or assigned by the Director/Unit Manager of Environmental Health Services and/or Health Commissioner.

Minimum Education, Training, and/or Experience Needs:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Law or code enforcement experience or associate’s degree preferred.
• Law or code enforcement experience, understanding of environmental sampling and testing procedures, observation skills, and reporting writing skills are needed.
• Skills in public relations, and excellent written and oral communication required.
• Reliable Transportation
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License
• Proof of auto Insurance
• Background Check
• Pre-Employment Drug Test

Pay: From $33,048.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person