Designated Operator Environmental Tank Specialist

Kleinfelder Inc•Los Angeles, CA

7d•$52,656 - $87,906•Onsite

About The Position

Kleinfelder's Environmental team is looking for a Designated Operator Environmental Tank Specialist in the Los Angeles Area. This role will oversee and be directly involved in executing aboveground and underground storage tank (AST / UST) compliance for client projects. The candidate will also have opportunities to grow in environmental technical work through involvement in various other environmental projects, including stormwater compliance, air quality, site assessment, and sustainability. This position will be based in Kleinfelder's office in Los Angeles, CA.

Requirements

Understanding of AST / UST fuel / petroleum storage tank components and systems (i.e., Healy, Bravo, Veeder Root, etc.).
Consulting / permitting / regulatory compliance experience in California, particularly with local CUPA agencies, SCAQMD, CARB, and Water Board.
Working knowledge of Fire Code, NFPA, APSA, STI as it applies to fuel tanks.
Understanding of tank documentation requirements for Hazardous Materials Business Plans (HMBP) / California Environmental Reporting System (CERS).
Oversight of tank installation, modification, removal, and operation.
Understanding of proper documentation required for USTs for compliance with Water Board and CUPAs.
Knowledge of Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure.
Ability to read and understand tank design drawings.
3 - 6 years of directly related technical experience.
Must have a positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently when managing multiple tasks.
Ability to work independently as an integral team member, using knowledge of industry and/or professional guidelines and protocols to accomplish goals and objectives and solve problems of diverse scope.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent knowledge of MS Office, Including Word, Excel, and Power Point preferred.
Position will require the candidate to adhere to work assignments/schedules, be self-motivated, organized and have a keen sense of detail.
Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Nice To Haves

ICC Service Technician a plus
40-hour HAZWOPER a plus

Responsibilities

Perform and develop scopes for field and office tasks (technical and non-technical) and independent analysis.
Safely implement projects including field exploration, sampling, inspection, analysis and technical support.
Provide technical quality oversight related to AST and USTs.
Act as a Designated Operator if needed, including preparation and delivery of training as well as inspections and documentation.
Oversee multiple projects simultaneously and ensure quality is achieved on project deliverables.
Coordination of testing (i.e., SB989, monitoring certification) and repairs of tank systems with clients and enforcement agencies.
Contractor oversight.
Organizational skills to ensure proper consulting of priorities to clients.