Pretreatment Environmental Technician

Help protect our community’s water! This position performs field inspections and administrative tasks to ensure Minor Industrial Users (MIUs) comply with the Federal Clean Water Act and local DEQ regulations related to discharges into the wastewater collection system.

Yeah, we know - that sounds like business jargon. Here’s what you really need to know:
This is a hands‑on role where you’ll be out in the field (and sometimes at a desk), working with local businesses to stop harmful materials - like grease, oil, and chemicals - from entering the sewer system. You’ll collect water samples, inspect facilities, educate others, and help make sure everyone is following the rules. It’s all about protecting our environment and keeping our community’s water clean.

Have experience with environmental protection, sewers, wastewater systems, or plumbing? Great - we’d love to hear from you. A background in environmental science, or related work is also a big plus. If you care about clean water and want a job that makes a real impact, this role is for you.

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, natural resource management or related field
• 3 years of experience in environmental resource protection and control and used water (wastewater) pretreatment operations supplemented by accredited courses in theories and principles of water quality sampling/water renewal (wastewater treatment) operations.

• Valid state-issued driver's license.
• Obtain Pretreatment Inspector Certification within six months of employment.

Applicants must be able to pass:

• City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
• Driving Record Check

The benefits are real and among the best in the Treasure Valley:

• Zero-cost premium medical coverage for you and your family
• PERSI retirement plus employer-matched 401(k)/457b
• 10 hours vacation/month (grows with tenure), 12 paid holidays, and 8 hours sick leave/month
• 10 weeks paid parental leave
• $500 annual wellbeing incentive
• Tuition reimbursement and free local bus pass
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance at no cost

Disclaimer:
This job posting may close earlier than the listed closing date. If this occurs, a minimum of 24 hours’ notice will be provided prior to closing.

Applications received for this recruitment may be used to fill similar vacancies within the City of Boise as they occur.

Implements MIU inspections, samplings and monitoring programs using various analytical instrumentation and sampling equipment. Conducts on-site inspections to ensure compliance with federal and local regulations and best management practices regarding water renewal (wastewater treatment) processes and pretreatment. Develops and issues MIU general discharge permits for special conditions.

Assists with Significant Industrial User (SIU) inspections, sampling, monitoring, sewer line blockages and odor complaints and develops enforcement actions against non-compliant users. Maintains legally defensible electronic documentation of inspection, reports, findings, enforcement actions, quality assurance records, computer databases and related information.

Responds, investigates and resolves citizen stormwater hotline complaints. Educates citizens and business owners/operators regarding requirements in stormwater best management practices (BMPs) and city code. Inspects city-owned properties’ stormwater facilities and recommends maintenance when appropriate. Performs enforcement actions to bring about compliance with stormwater BMPs and city codes. Assists with inter-jurisdictional high-risk industrial stormwater inspection program.

Implements MIU inspection and monitoring programs for independent sewer districts. Provides investigation and enforcement assistance for district legal counsel as required. Conducts local limit samples and enforcement actions as required. Samples SIUs for industrial monitoring and billing purposes.

Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts…