Senior Hazardous Materials Inspector

City of Sunnyvale•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Regular, Full-Time Employment Opportunity Come join Sunnyvale’s Fire Prevention Division! We are looking to staff our Hazardous Materials Team that ensures compliance with applicable local, State and Federal regulations, codes, and laws as a Certified Unified Program Agency (CUPA) and enforce Fire Code elements. This journey level position includes access to latest plan review technology , a chance to improve upon the databases , and the unique opportunity to provide the highest level of comprehensive hazardous materials program management within Silicon Valley. The position of Senior Hazardous Materials Inspector differs from Hazardous Materials Inspector in that the Hazardous Materials Inspector does not regularly review complex building and equipment plans or assist with CUPA program coordination and audit activities. The Senior Hazardous Materials Inspector is also expected to provide technical assistance and lead direction to Hazardous Materials Inspector employees.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in chemistry, biology, geology, environmental studies, or other related science associated with the study of hazardous materials or soil and groundwater contamination; AND Three years of professional experience performing duties related to the mitigation and control of hazardous materials, including the application of codes and standards.
Knowledge of: Modern principles and practices of chemistry, biology, or geology as applied to regulated hazardous materials, hazardous wastes, and industrial wastes.
Hazardous waste sampling techniques and analysis.
Pertinent local, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations related to the storage, use, treatment, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Fire and building codes and national standards related to fire prevention and mitigation of hazards resulting from hazardous materials storage and use.
Proper use of laboratory equipment.
Methods and procedures to monitor and track compliance with regulations, codes, and laws.
Procedures associated with hazardous materials clean-up.
Methods for sampling and interpreting laboratory tests on suspected discharges of hazardous materials.
Methods and techniques of developing and delivering effective public education, public relations and community presentations.
Effective communication techniques for gathering, evaluating, and transmitting information.
Office methods, procedures, software and equipment.
Ability to: Effectively enforce hazardous materials and fire prevention codes and standards.
Conduct thorough inspections and prepare documentation.
Create professional business correspondence, memoranda, reports, and other documentation.
Deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Educate the public on matters of hazardous materials storage, handling, and disposal; Express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, to groups and individuals.
Organize and keep accurate records of events.
Operate a computer using word processing and business software and other office equipment.
Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain and promote positive and effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
Demonstrate initiative and exercise good judgment in the performance of duties.
Work independently and as a team member; recognize and set priorities and meet deadlines.
Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of appointment, ICC Underground Tank (UST) Inspector, Self-Certified Aboveground Petroleum Storage Act (APSA) Tank Inspector, and Hazardous Waste Operation Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) certifications.
Completion of, or ability to successfully complete, California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES) approved Hazardous Materials Technician (Module A, B, C, and D) and Hazardous Material Technician (Module F and G) courses within 18 months of appointment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working for a municipality.

Responsibilities

Reviews complex building and equipment plans and specifications related to hazardous materials storage and use.
Conducts routine and special inspections of facilities that store of use hazardous materials in a regulated quantity; reviews plans and documents and issues permits to ensure compliance with applicable ordinances, laws, and regulations governing the storage, use, treatment, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Updates and maintains permit and inspection files and databases to ensure that records of facilities reflect operations and status.
Conducts investigations and initiates appropriate enforcement action to ensure compliance with ordinances, laws and regulations governing the handling, storage, use and/or disposal of hazardous materials.
Provides technical support and advice regarding the storage, use, and disposal of chemical, biological, and microbiological agents.
Monitors and tracks progress of locations and sites where hazardous materials and hazardous waste discharges have occurred.
Conducts special studies and compiles program data.
Assists with Consolidated Unified Program Agency (CUPA) program coordination and audit activities.
Serves as liaison to local, regional, and state agencies, as assigned.
Assists with the research, development, and revision of new codes, standards, and policies.
Develops, maintains and delivers training to the general public and colleagues on matters related to hazardous materials storage, use, treatment and disposal.
Stays current on the legal and technical developments in the hazardous materials field; provides input at meetings with local, regional, and state officials regarding the City's positions on items of interest to the City.
Responds to releases and emergency situations involving actual or suspected hazardous materials and assists in actions to remedy the situation.
Promotes public relations through public education programs; speaks to various civic and professional organizations to promote the goals of the City; meets with industrial and business representatives to promote cooperation and provide information regarding codes and standards; makes presentations and participates in promotional events, demonstrations, and fire and life safety programs.
Provides technical assistance and lead direction to lower level staff.