Environmental Compliance Inspector I

Looking for an Environmental Compliance Inspector at our Burbank CA plant.

Under general supervision, performing non-categorical & categorical regulated inspections; hazardous material regulations; sampling; compliance monitoring; permit writing; surveillance of industrial facilities to ensure regulatory compliance with Clean Water Act, State, and local pretreatment and stormwater program.

Ability attain Environmental Compliace Inspector Grade I certification within a year.

Salary range is $28-$30.00 depending on level of experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect and sample the facilities of wastewater dischargers; inspect records on operations and activities to ensure compliance.

• Set composite samplers and use flow measurement equipment and pH equipment in manholes; ensure adherence to safe work practices.

• Collect and preserve samples of effluent discharges for testing procedures; prepare sampling paperwork including chain of custodies, labels, laboratory analysis sheet, sample request form and tracking and monitoring forms.

• Use proper traffic control techniques to provide a safe working environment when working in heavy traffic areas.

• Respond to complaints regarding illicit discharges, odors, hazardous materials, Sanitary Sewer Overflows, and Grease Interceptor Overflows, in the public and private sectors.

• Willing to work all shifts, including weekends, holidays, evening and 24-hour emergency on call.

• Database entry of inspections into pretreatment program database.

• Field Testing & Sampling: Schedules and conducts field tests, collects samples (wastewater, stormwater, groundwater, etc.), and ensures proper sampling methods and protocols.

• Site Inspections: Performs comprehensive inspections at commercial, industrial, and residential sites, including evaluating environmental risks and ensuring proper storage of hazardous chemicals.

• Violation Investigation: Investigates violations related to stormwater and wastewater discharge, enforcing relevant regulations.

• Data Management: Updates databases for compliance tracking, inputs violations, and generates reports.

• Report Preparation: Prepares written reports and maintains records per City regulations; assists with regulatory compliance submissions.

• Equipment Operation: Calibrates and operates specialized monitoring equipment for wastewater & stormwater.

• Collaboration & Communication: Works with regulatory agencies, explains regulations to customers, and responds to public inquiries.

Education/Experience : High School Diploma or GED.

One-year related experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications : Valid Driver's License, maintains insurable driving record, Environmental Compliance Inspector Grade I desirable.

Technical : Ability to follow manual & operating instructions.

Knowledge of process control techniques, maintenance procedures & safety practices.

Ability to perform routine maintenance/repairs.

Ability to work with required ...