Hazardous Materials Specialist
About The Position
The Hazardous Materials Specialist works in the City of Mountain View’s Fire and Environmental Protection Division, reporting to the Fire Marshal. The role helps businesses operate safely, supports firefighters with technical expertise, and protects the community by connecting science, fieldwork, education, and enforcement. The position reviews hazardous materials business plans in the California Environmental Reporting System (CERS), inspects sites and underground storage tanks, processes permits, reviews construction and facility closure plans, investigates concerns, documents findings, and explains corrective actions. It also educates firefighters, City employees, and industry safety personnel and may provide technical guidance to the Incident Commander during hazardous materials emergencies. The role includes enforcement activities and emergency response. Work may involve strenuous physical effort, unpleasant environments, and potentially significant and unpredictable hazards.
Requirements
- Education equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biology, fire science/fire technology, or an environmentally related field.
- Two years of recent full-time experience dealing with the storage and/or handling of hazardous materials.
- Education, experience, and knowledge involving local, State, or Federal hazardous materials and fire prevention codes and regulations.
- A valid California driver license upon appointment.
- Complete California Peace Officer Standards and Training PC 832 training within six months of appointment.
- Obtain ICC California Underground Storage Tank Inspector certification within six months of appointment.
Responsibilities
- Review hazardous materials business plans in CERS and prepare for site inspections, including reviewing site information and prior inspection history.
- Inspect businesses and facilities to compare plans with actual conditions, evaluate potential hazards, and explain corrective actions.
- Process permits and help facilities understand and comply with applicable requirements.
- Inspect underground storage tank monitoring systems, installations, and removals for compliance.
- Review proposed construction plans and hazardous materials facility closure plans for compliance.
- Investigate concerns, document inspection findings, explain necessary corrections, and take enforcement action when needed.
- Educate firefighters, City employees, and industry safety personnel.
- Provide technical guidance during hazardous materials incidents, including to the Incident Commander.
- Coordinate with other agencies on regulatory questions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
