Environmental Engineering Associate
About The Position
Investigate environmental complaints and related problems to determine cause and secure corrective action, and write reports summarizing the work performed. Conduct or oversee field analyses and sampling, utilizing field sampling and testing equipment and techniques; inspect facilities that discharge stormwater and wastewater to MSD and perform follow up activities to address user questions, violations, or problems. Assist in the identification of industries to be added to the District's databases. Sends and processes industry questionnaires and other required industry reports. Inspects hauled waste delivery documents and wastewater quality. Responds to emergency sewage bypasses and hazard material discharges, and initiates remedial action to minimize environmental impact. Makes required reports to MDNR. Inspects natural watercourses and storm sewers for illicit discharges, water quality problems, and unsatisfactory conditions. Initiates enforcement actions, such as Notices of Violations; develops and maintains other files and records, as needed. Performs related work as required or as delegated by supervisor.
Requirements
- 60 college credit hours
- Two years of progressively responsible sub-professional engineering, regulatory or environmental experience.
- Must possess a valid driver's license issued by the state in which employee resides.
- Must pass a Non-D.O.T. Drug Test for this position.
- Must be able to provide transportation for field work.
- Employees of MSD must have a meets expectations performance review.
Nice To Haves
- Considerable knowledge of chemistry, hydraulics and mechanics as related to wastewater collection and treatment, and storm water drainage.
- Considerable knowledge of environmental regulations.
- Ability to maintain records, write reports, and use computer mapping and database systems.
- Ability to meet and deal effectively with industry officials, regulators, and the public.
Responsibilities
- Investigate environmental complaints and related problems to determine cause and secure corrective action, and write reports summarizing the work performed.
- Conduct or oversee field analyses and sampling, utilizing field sampling and testing equipment and techniques.
- Inspect facilities that discharge stormwater and wastewater to MSD and perform follow up activities to address user questions, violations, or problems.
- Assist in the identification of industries to be added to the District's databases.
- Send and process industry questionnaires and other required industry reports.
- Inspect hauled waste delivery documents and wastewater quality.
- Respond to emergency sewage bypasses and hazard material discharges, and initiate remedial action to minimize environmental impact.
- Make required reports to MDNR.
- Inspect natural watercourses and storm sewers for illicit discharges, water quality problems, and unsatisfactory conditions.
- Initiate enforcement actions, such as Notices of Violations.
- Develop and maintain other files and records, as needed.
- Perform related work as required or as delegated by supervisor.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
