Environmental Compliance Inspector I

Inframark•Burbank, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 is preferrable or related. Ability to attain Environmental Compliance Inspector Grade I certification within a year.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
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 tools (including jack hammer, demolishing saw, etc.).
Comfortable in and around water/raw sewage.
Communicates clearly & professionally.
Contributes to a positive internal & external customer experience.
Willing to help others.
Maintains composure in challenging situations.
Pays attention to detail.
Identifies & solves problems.
Escalates issues accordingly.
Checks work for quality.
Works well with supervision.
Takes projects to completion.
Follows all company policies & SOPs.
Manages multiple tasks.
Demonstrates a positive attitude.
Acts in accordance with company vision, mission & values.
Takes accountability for own performance.
Willing to take on additional assignments.
Must be able to: as needed lift 50 pounds & walk and

Nice To Haves

One-year related experience preferred.
Environmental Compliance Inspector Grade I desirable.

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.
Schedules and conducts field tests, collects samples (wastewater, stormwater, groundwater, etc.), and ensures proper sampling methods and protocols.
Performs comprehensive inspections at commercial, industrial, and residential sites, including evaluating environmental risks and ensuring proper storage of hazardous chemicals.
Investigates violations related to stormwater and wastewater discharge, enforcing relevant regulations.
Updates databases for compliance tracking, inputs violations, and generates reports.
Prepares written reports and maintains records per City regulations; assists with regulatory compliance submissions.
Calibrates and operates specialized monitoring equipment for wastewater & stormwater.
Works with regulatory agencies, explains regulations to customers, and responds to public inquiries.