Environmental Compliance Inspector I or II - Industrial Pretreatment
About The Position
This position will be assigned to the Cobb County Water System to assist in the daily operations of the Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP). Industrial Pretreatment Program Inspectors help to ensure the Water System is in compliance with Title 40 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) requirements by tracking dental amalgam traps and monitoring industries, oil water separators, and water reclamation facilities. The IPP will also assist with sewer overflow sampling, special investigations and/or studies. All of these activities are either directly or indirectly required by federal and state regulations, and are essential in protecting our collection system and water treatment assets. This position may be filled as an Environmental Compliance Inspector I ($21.21 - $27.04 hourly) or Environmental Compliance Inspector II ($23.72 - $30.83 hourly), dependent upon qualifications.
Requirements
- Associate Degree in Environmental Science, or related field required
- previous experience in environmental compliance and enforcement
- any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
- supplemented by three years of experience in environmental compliance and enforcement
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License
- Confined Space Certification within one year of hire required
Nice To Haves
- Possession of any of the following certifications: Wastewater Laboratory Analyst, Wastewater Operations or Collections, Industrial Pretreatment Inspector.
Responsibilities
- Conducts site visits as assigned: inspects commercial and industrial facilities and private properties; collects, evaluates, records, and preserves evidence; collects and tests water and discharge samples; industrial discharge, grease traps, oil-water separators, dumpster pads and other water systems as needed; takes photographs; identifies code compliance and non-compliance issues; and prepares and maintains investigative reports to document compliance or violations.
- Determines compliance or non-compliance with applicable codes: reports non-compliance to an Environmental Compliance Inspector II or the Environmental Compliance Supervisor to determine response to non-compliance.
- Enforces the provisions of applicable codes, specifications, and standards: provides information concerning code requirements; discusses problem areas with business owners, property owners, residents, and contractors; responds to questions concerning code violations; and conducts research as needed.
- Maintains records of enforcement activities: enters data into computer system: prepares and sets up files; reviews files for completeness and accuracy; updates files as needed; prepares and submits regulatory and related reports; and conducts records maintenance activities in compliance with guidelines governing record retention.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Leads and coordinates daily work activities of assigned co-workers: confers with supervisor to obtain direction regarding work assignments and priorities; organizes tasks in order to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with co-workers; assists with complex and problem situations and provides technical expertise; assists with training and instructing co-workers regarding operational procedures and proper use of equipment; and assists with supervision of co-workers by reporting employee problems and providing input on disciplinary action and employee performance evaluations.
- Conducts site visits as assigned: inspects commercial and industrial facilities and private properties; collects, evaluates, records, and preserves evidence; collects and tests water and discharge samples; industrial discharge, grease traps, oil-water separators, dumpster pads, stormwater systems, and other water systems as needed; takes photographs; identifies code compliance and non-compliance issues; and prepares and maintains investigative reports to document compliance or violations.
- Determines compliance or non-compliance with applicable codes: meets with business owners, property owners, and others to discuss violations; issues administrative orders, correction notices, citations, and other official documentation; and performs follow-up site inspections as needed.
- Interprets and enforces the provisions of applicable codes, specifications, and standards: provides information and technical assistance concerning code requirements; discusses problem areas with business owners, property owners, residents, and contractors; makes recommendations to solve problems; responds to questions concerning code violations; and conducts research as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
