Environmental Compliance Inspector I

City of Akron • Akron, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is entrance level technical work in environmental services inspection and compliance. An employee in this class assists in performing inspection, investigation, and education work as it relates to the various environmental compliance programs, including but not limited to, industrial pretreatment, stormwater management, and fats, oils, and grease (FOG) in accordance with Federal and State requirements. Works under the general direction of senior staff with opportunity for the use of independent judgment in performing assigned duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate degree and major course work in environmental science, chemistry, biology, or a related field.
• College coursework may be substituted by paid experience in environmental services inspection and compliance or related work on a year-for-year basis.
• Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver’s license.
• Some knowledge of the principles and practices of environmental compliance as they relate to industrial pretreatment, stormwater management, and/or FOG control and processes.
• Some knowledge of environmental laws, regulations, policies, and procedures governing or related to environmental compliance.
• Some knowledge of pretreatment equipment and grease abatement equipment installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and related safety regulations.
• Skill in the use of computerized management systems, personal computers, tablets, and standard and customized business software.
• Ability to conduct investigations and inspections.
• Ability to establish and conduct reasonable and effective communications with other persons who may be hostile or indifferent and to act calmly, tactfully, and courteously under relatively stressful conditions.
• Ability to take charge of circumstances, gather and evaluate pertinent information, recognize deviations from norms or standards, and to educate others in such a way as to achieve cooperation and compliance.
• Ability to perform research.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively maintain records and prepare accurate, concise, and complete reports and related documents.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations with fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift and open manhole covers using proper safety techniques and equipment.
• Ability to enter confined spaces to investigate objectionable and/or hazardous odors.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conducts field inspections, investigations, and samplings of discharges at various industrial facilities, stormwater discharge points, and food service establishments (FSEs).
• Inspects industrial pretreatment equipment and grease removal devices (GRDs) such as hydromechanical and gravity grease interceptors; evaluates and documents maintenance systems and protocols related to environmental compliance.
• Monitors compliance with pollution control standards and regulations.
• Examines permits, licenses, applications, and records to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepares and issues warnings for failure to comply.
• Prepares and maintains regulatory or compliance documentation and related reports.
• Uses personal or mobile computers to compile and enter data regarding analysis, cleaning, maintenance, and capacity measurements of the GRDs.
• Uploads reports into computerized maintenance management systems.
• Conducts research on facility ownership, sewer maintenance history and compliance history of various establishments.
• May assist in responding to environmental incidents involving sewer backups, reports of illicit discharges, or related issues.
• Keeps abreast of EPA laws and regulations.
• Operates, maintains, and calibrates monitoring equipment used to collect samples.
• Drives to meet with owners or their representatives and the public to discuss discharge problems, provide education regarding environmental compliance, and make recommendations for corrective action.
• Attends training.
• Performs related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level