Summer Sanitary Technician (Environmental Technician I)

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Johnson County Department of Health and Environment is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Summer Sanitary Technician. The position is located at 11811 S Sunset Drive, Suite 2700, Olathe, KS 66061.

This posting will remain open through 9:00 pm, April 11, 2025.

This position is a seasonal position running from mid-May through mid-August.

The Summer Sanitary Technician is responsible for inspecting public and semi-public swimming pools for compliance with the Johnson County Environmental Sanitary Code.

Other responsibilities include:

• Assists with public/private pool and spa inspections, evaluations, and reports.
• Conducts water tests to determine proper sanitizing methods; ensures that all tests conform to standard methods for the examination of water and wastewater.
• Maintains daily documentation and work forms for tests performed both in the laboratory and in the field; performs routine calculations; helps maintain the facility and equipment in a clean and efficient order.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) credit hours of science courses inclusive of at least one (1) course in chemistry

Experience may be substituded for degree.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions.  Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Applicant must submit to and pass a pre-employment, post-offer, and annual Hazard Materials Physical Examination and Respiratory Fit Test.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Chemistry or relevant area of study.
• One (1) year of related experience in swimming pool inspections is preferred.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

Within sixty (60) days of hire, employees (select DHE and EMS positions) must produce proof of immunization, proof of immunity, proof that immunization is medically contraindicated, submit a written objection to immunization based upon a sincerely held religious belief, or receive vaccination for the following: Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR); Tetanus Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis (TDAP); and Varicella (Chickenpox).  

Successful completion of Hazard Materials Physical Examination which includes Blood and Urine samples, auditory test, spirometry test, chest x-ray, Electrocardiogram (EKG), test for Hepatitis B plus vaccination, and a respiratory fit test.

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.