Definition

Environmental Compliance Inspector I - Under immediate supervision, performs inspections for commercial, and municipal establishments to ensure that waste discharged is in compliance with City ordinances, State, and Federal mandates and processing capacity. Assists in City recycling projects, hazardous waste collection center, and ensures public safety and an increase in public awareness.

Position Snapshot/A Day in the Life: Under the supervision of the Environmental Compliance Supervisor, the Environmental Compliance Inspector I is part of the Environmental Compliance Division, a small, dedicated team responsible for supporting the administration and coordination of local, state, and federal environmental compliance programs. This position assists with the implementation, monitoring, inspection, and reporting activities related to Sewer Pretreatment, NPDES Stormwater programs, Household Hazardous Waste, Solid Waste and Recycling. The Environmental Compliance Inspector I conducts field inspections, responds to service requests and environmental concerns, documents findings, and assists with compliance, education, and enforcement activities as assigned. This position works closely with businesses, residents, outside agencies, and City staff to support program goals and help ensure regulatory compliance. Incumbents are expected to exercise sound judgment, work with increasing independence, and provide technical support to departmental staff as needed. The position may also respond to environmental incidents or emergencies in the field and perform related duties in support of the Division’s operations.

Essential Functions

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

Assists in conducting onsite inspections of industrial, commercial, municipal, and governmental establishments whose waste products may be potentially hazardous or deleterious if discharged into public sanitary sewer system without adequate pretreatment.
Learns basic characteristics of industrial wastewater; performs pretreatment administration, plan checks, permitting renewals, chemical sampling, and public outreach.
Inspects and evaluates floor drains, sand traps, settling chambers, neutralizing tanks, grease removal equipment, and all other equipment used in control and disposal of industrial and commercial wastes.
Checks and reviews the volume content and temperature of industrial and commercial discharges into the sanitary sewers.
Samples industrial and commercial wastewaters by obtaining grab samples or through the use of automatic sampling equipment and composite samples; deliver samples to laboratory; reviews laboratory results with Environmental Control.
Assists in the performance of field measurements of industrial/commercial wastewater flows; performs field work to inspect overflows and illegal discharges.
Checks for explosive and toxic gas in sewers and storm drains.
Maintains monitoring equipment; maintain records of inspection and monitoring activities.
Operates Department vehicles; assists in operation of Household Hazardous Waste Center and assists in City recycling program.
Assists in stormwater management; may assist in development of city water distribution system.
Performs administrative activities for business licenses and related; facilitates industrial and commercial audits and inspections; communicates and adheres to all business license approval policies for industrial facilities.
Performs exceptional customer service and monitors Pretreatment, National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) storm water, Household Hazardous Waste, and solid waste/recycling programs to ensure compliance with City, State, and Federal regulations.
Establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with a variety of audiences.
Maintains prompt and regular attendance.
Sound judgement and attention to detail.
Perform any other tasks or functions deemed necessary to the daily operations of the employer or as the situation requires.
This position is always evolving. Therefore, employer reserves the right to modify this job description as necessary.

THE ABOVE LIST OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS IS NOT EXHAUSTIVE AND MAY BE SUPPLEMENTED AS NECESSARY BY THE EMPLOYER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting and turning while entering and exiting a motor vehicle or on foot within the City limits. Incumbents may be required to lift objects weighing up to 40 pounds. The position requires near, far, and color vision. Incumbents work in all weather conditions.

Experience and Training Guidelines

A combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

Environmental Compliance Inspector I
Knowledge of:

Intermediate Mathematics
Appropriate safety precautions & procedures
Basic principles of public relations
Hazardous Materials handling, transporting storage, and disposal techniques.
City collection system and storm sewer.
Sampling and chain of custody procedures.
Confined space entry.
Hazardous materials
Collection system/sanitary sewer/storm drain system.
Familiarity with environmental compliance standards, practices, and regulatory requirements.
Relevant tools, software, and/or technology used within the role.
Understanding of organizational policies, procedures, and best practices.
Principles and practices of excellent customer service.
Safe work practices, OSHA regulations, and workplace health and safety procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Ability to:

Perform physical labor associated with duties
Operate sophisticated monitoring equipment
Make accurate mathematical and statistical computations
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Understand & carryout oral and written instructions
Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Perform field analysis.
Use a personal computer, telephone, and other electronic devices, to access information, complete documentation, and communicate effectively.
Understand and follow both oral and written instructions accurately.
Identify issues, evaluate data, and implement effective solutions (problem solving).
Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
Perform tasks accurately and thoroughly, with a focus on quality.

EXPERIENCE:
Environmental Compliance Inspector I – Six (6) months of experience in environmental science, chemistry, biology, microbiology, or related field.

EDUCATION:
High School Diploma, GED supplemented by college level course work.

LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:
Environmental Compliance Inspector I - Possession of, and continuously throughout employment, a valid California Class “C” Driver’s License. May be required to obtain an Environmental Compliance Inspector Certification during employment.

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