Environmental Specialist I - Wastewater

Posting number: 202600496

Department: Transportation & Utilities Department

Division: Wastewater

Job classification: Environmental Specialist I (City)

Posting type: Open

Categories: Environmental Services, Water Treatment, Water Agency, Natural Resources, Laboratory, Wastewater, Utilities, Sciences, Green-Collar/Environmental

Summary

The City of Lincoln is seeking a motivated, reliable, and team-oriented Environmental Specialist I to join the Lincoln Wastewater System, a division of the Lincoln Transportation and Utilities (LTU) department. In this role, you will be responsible for the collection, preservation and transportation of industrial and domestic wastewater samples; installation, calibration and maintenance of flow measuring equipment; assist with tracking chemical spills and unusual waste discharges; and assist in special water quality studies.

If you enjoy hands-on fieldwork, solving problems outdoors, and contributing to the safety and sustainability of your community, this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career.

What You’ll Do

• Collect, transport, and document wastewater samples following established standards.
• Assist with installing, calibrating, and maintaining flow and atmosphere monitoring equipment.
• Perform daily fieldwork safely and efficiently while identifying and reporting unusual conditions.
• Support environmental investigations, including smoke testing, I/I studies, spill assessments, and stream or facility inspections.
• Maintain equipment, prepare work sites, and ensure vehicles and tools are organized and operational.
• Collaborate with your team, uphold professional standards, and contribute to a positive, accountable work environment.
• Assist with additional Sanitary Engineering tasks and research activities as needed.

Work Environment This is an active, hands-on role requiring:

• Working outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Descending ladders up to 30 feet.
• Lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Accessing creeks, streambeds, and industrial sites.

Why Join Us? You’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to protecting public health, the environment, and our community’s infrastructure. This role offers:

• Opportunities to learn specialized environmental skills.
• Professional development and certifications.
• Meaningful work that supports the quality of life in Lincoln.

Hours: Full time, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from a vocational/technical school with major coursework in environmental science or technology, biology, chemistry or related field and six months of experience in the wastewater treatment field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.

Necessary Special Requirements

Possession of a valid driver's license when operating a vehicle is necessary to the satisfactory performance of assigned duties.