Environmental Engineering Technician II

Current Pay Range

$32.55- $45.57

Hourly

$39.06 Hourly

* Please note that anupdateto this range is anticipated to take effect on August 10, 2026. The anticipated pay range is reflected below:

$35.14- $49.14 Hourly

$42.14 Hourly

Starting salariesgenerally fall between the minimum and midpoint of the range. Each offer depends on the candidate’s experience and qualifications, internal pay equity, and available budget. Salary offers are negotiated individually based on these factors.

This position supports the City’s environmental compliance programs by conducting inspections, sampling, permitting, and monitoring activities related to wastewater pretreatment and stormwater systems. Responsibilities include working with industrial users, ensuring compliance with State and Federal regulations,providing technical guidance, and supporting a variety of environmental protection initiatives.

• This position is open until filled. First consideration will go to candidates who apply prior to August 19, 2026.
• Selection will be based on overall qualifications, skills testing(if applicable), and an interview process.
  
  The final candidate selected will be subject to a comprehensive background/reference checkcommensurateto the position.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate of Applied Science degree in wastewater treatment, biology, environmental science, chemistry, or a related field.
• One (1) year of experience in stormwater treatment, wastewater treatment, wastewater collection systems, or pretreatment programs.

Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.

• Valid driver’s license
• Obtain Flagger Certification within six (6) months of hire andmaintainfor duration of employment.

• Experience with federal and WA state environmental compliance
• Current Flagger Certification

At the City of Richland, your work makes a difference every day. Frommaintainingessential services to enhancing our community,you’llbe part of a team that values teamwork,integrityandexcellencein what we do.

Witha strong senseof purpose, great benefits, and a commitment to growth, we are building a community we’reproud to serve.

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Note:

Unaffiliated staff (non-union employees) may receive some or all of the benefits listed below based on the Compensation Plan for Unaffiliated Employees (Comp Plan) with the City; consult the Comp Plan for specific information about position benefits.

Regular Full-Time (35 to 40 hr/week) Employee Benefits

• Excellentopen access(preferred provider) medical plan with substantial City-paid contribution
• City-paid dental and vision plans
• City-paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (equals two times the employee's annual salary)
• City-paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Participation in the State of Washington's Retirement Plan (PERS)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 4% City-match deferred compensation with 457 and 401(a) plan options
• Senior Management Level =additional 4% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
• Management Level =additional 3% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
• Supervisors or Exempt Level =additional 1% City-paid into the 401(a) Plan
• Extended Sick Leave (ESL)

• Section 125 - Flexible Benefits Plan (Medical/Dependent Care)
• City Paid and Employee Paid Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Performance Assessment System

Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual

Regular Full-Time (40hr) Accrual Rates. (The accrual rates for full time (30-34hr) and part-time positions are pro-rated based upon the position's budgeted hours.)

Years of Continuous Service /Maximum Hours Per Month

0 months through 6 months / 13.33 hours per month

6 months through 9 years / 20.33 hours per month

10 years through 15 years / 22.33 hours per month

16 years through 20 years / 24.33 hours per month

Over 20 years / 26.33 hours per month

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting and retaining a highly qualified and diversified work force.

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