Environmental Inspector

City of Aurora

7d•$30 - $37

About The Position

Aurora Water is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the drinking water, sanitary sewer and storm drainage systems, treatment of drinking water and non-potable reclaimed wastewater for irrigation, billing and collection, public outreach and water conservation, acquisition and development of future water rights, major capital projects programs, and quality control for regulatory compliance and public health. As part of the Environmental Services Division, the Environmental Inspections Team conducts erosion control inspections of both public and private construction sites. The team also inspects and investigates sources of pollution associated with illicit discharges to protect both the public health and environment in accordance with State and Federal regulations. Inspectors also examine plans, applications, permits, city ordinances, regulations and records to ensure compliance.

Requirements

An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that demonstrates required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered.
Education: Associate’s degree in construction management, environmental studies or biological sciences or closely related field.
Experience: 1 year of technical experience in inspection, construction, environmental or stormwater management
Knowledge: Construction principles and best management practices
Pretreatment, stormwater management, hazardous materials/waste standards
Methods and techniques of conducting site investigations and inspections
Practice of safe working practices and basic safety procedures
Understand principles and practices related to construction site activities
Understand how MS4s operate
Skills: Skilled in the use of windows-based programs
Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and Storm Water Management Plans
Ability to read and understand city, state, and federal rules and regulations
Apply technical knowledge, follow proper inspections technique and policy to examine active construction sites, illicit discharges, and post stormwater control measures
Abilities: Interpret city standards, code, and regulations
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, regulated entities and citizens
Ability to deal with a variety of interpersonal styles and personalities in an appropriate and diplomatic manner
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Creatively solve problems, negotiate and handle stressful situations in a positive manner
Understand and follow written and oral instructions
Adapt to changing technology
Ability to learn tracking and project management software
Licenses and Certifications Required: Possession of a valid Colorado driver’s license
Complete the NIMS 100/700 training within the first 6 months
Acquire a HAZWOPER 40-hour certification within the first year

Responsibilities

Performs routine stormwater construction inspections to ensure construction sites maintain compliance with applicable rules and regulations
Performs inspections, routine and as needed due to enforcement, of permanent stormwater quality features and temporary active construction features to ensure proper maintenance is being performed and to ensure they are functioning as designed
Ensure compliance and offers compliance guidance with MS4 for stormwater discharge permits
Reviews engineering plans and Storm Water Management Plans (SWMPS) for conformance with applicable rules and regulations
Provides informational outreach materials to Aurora residents, permittees, and other divisions and departments
Investigates complaints regarding wastewater, pretreatment, stormwater, hazardous material/waste activities
Incident response, coordination of cleanup, root cause analysis, and appropriate follow-up
Responds to complaints regarding illicit discharges, odors, hazardous materials in the public and private sector
Prepares inspection and incident response reports including compliance paperwork as well as issuing notice of violation reports, stop-work orders, and immediate cleanup orders for both incident response and the MS4
Utilizes proper safety precautions related to work performed
Coordinates with Environmental Inspection Supervisor and/or senior staff regarding enforcement actions
Maintains internal database and records of active permits
Grease trap and sand trap inspection
Creek and channel inspection to assist stormwater with routine maintenance initiatives and flood prevention
Performs other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Make a difference in the lives of real people every day
Diverse community
Competitive total compensation package
Well-Funded General Employees Retirement Plan
Light rail station minutes away
On-site fitness center and overall employee well-being programs
Internal educational programs to assist with career advancement
Access to innovation workspaces
Rewarding public sector work impacting a large and diverse community
Growing city and employee population
Competitive total compensation package
Rich benefits package with low employee costs
Generous paid leave program
100% funded Employee and Family Care Leave Program
Retirement pension plan and 457b plans available
Subsidized recreation center pass, on-site fitness centers and wellness programs
Continued education and career advancement opportunities