AIR POLLUTION SPECIALIST

State of California • Sacramento, CA

38d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Source Testing and Verification Section has a vacancy for an Air Pollution Specialist (APS) who will certify abrasives materials; conduct tests at gasoline terminals, gas stations, and various stationary sources; evaluate and certify independent contractors that test stationary sources in CA; assist in the testing of hydrogen fueling stations; and evaluate existing stationary source test methods and develop new test methods to support the California Air Resources Boar (CARB's) control measure development. This position provides a mixture of office, shop, and field work. Applicants must be willing to travel and be physically able to work in an industrial environment including exposure to fumes and heat, perform heavy lifting, climb and work at elevated heights, drive a large test truck, and handle heavy equipment and gas cylinders. Applicants must be willing to travel more than 25 percent of the time. The successful candidate will be expected to work overtime, travel overnight, and alter their work schedule as necessary to accommodate the testing schedule. In addition, this position will require the employee to pass a pre-placement physical examination as a condition of employment. You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Requirements

• Applicants must be willing to travel and be physically able to work in an industrial environment including exposure to fumes and heat, perform heavy lifting, climb and work at elevated heights, drive a large test truck, and handle heavy equipment and gas cylinders.
• Applicants must be willing to travel more than 25 percent of the time.
• The successful candidate will be expected to work overtime, travel overnight, and alter their work schedule as necessary to accommodate the testing schedule.
• this position will require the employee to pass a pre-placement physical examination as a condition of employment.
• Applicants must include a Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) for this recruitment.
• Require Name on SOQ
• Require Job Control Number on SOQ
• Maximum number of pages: 2, Arial 12 pt font
• Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered.
• Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Nice To Haves

• Enthusiastic team player with strong interpersonal skills
• excellent written and oral communication skills
• computer programming
• familiarity with quality assurance and quality control techniques
• Knowledge of engineering, chemistry, electronics, and statistics
• strong analytical skills
• capable of working independently and in a team with different personalities
• ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• excellent organization skills and customer service techniques
• ability to analyze technical situations accurately and draw sound conclusions.

Responsibilities

• certify abrasives materials
• conduct tests at gasoline terminals, gas stations, and various stationary sources
• evaluate and certify independent contractors that test stationary sources in CA
• assist in the testing of hydrogen fueling stations
• evaluate existing stationary source test methods and develop new test methods to support the California Air Resources Boar (CARB's) control measure development

Benefits

• This position may be eligible for hybrid in-office work and in-state telework.
• The amount of telework is at the agency's discretion and is based on the California Air Resources Boards' (CARB) current telework policy.
• While the CARB may support telework, some in-person attendance is also required.
• The positions at the CARB may be eligible for telework with in-person attendance based on the operational needs of the position under Government Code 14200 for eligible applicants residing in California, subject to the candidate meeting telework eligibility criteria outlined in the CalEPA telework policy and/or future program need.
• Employees not residing in California are not eligible for telework.
• Regardless of hybrid telework eligibility, all employees may be required to report to the position's designated headquarters location at their own expense, as indicated on their duty statement.
• Convenient to public transportation
• Located near: Restaurants and shopping

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees