Environmental Specialist II

3 months ago

Dallas, United States TRA Inc Full time

ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Environmental Services Coordinator
Environmental Technician Supervisor
Environmental Specialist, Senior

POSITION SUMMARY

This position, under general direction of the Environmental Services Coordinator, is responsible for monitoring compliance of contracting parties and industries with the Industrial Pretreatment Program regulations and procedures established by contract limitations, Industrial Waste Ordinance and the EPA. This individual will maintain and review permits, applications, self monitoring reports and laboratory data. Coordinates the waste sampling activities, which involves the training and direction of sampling personnel. May be involved in pollutant investigations and other special environmental projects impacting the operation of Northern Region operating collection systems and Projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Conducts investigations with representatives of contracting parties concerning industrial discharges and point of entry compliance with Industrial Waste Ordinances and Federal Categorical discharge limitations.

2. Performs inspections of industrial users to determine industrial type sources of wastewater discharge and discharge category. This includes compiling Industrial Waste Surveys for the Authority's Approved Pretreatment Programs for further evaluation and review.

3. Conducts follow-up inspections to check for compliance with regulations, updates existing information files, and investigates possible changes or additions to facility processes.

4. Investigates reports of slug or accidental spills which may cause damage and/or interfere with the wastewater collection systems, treatment processes or biosolid utilization.

5. Meets with contracting parties and industrial representatives to discuss recommendations/requirements on Industrial User's permit applications, investigation findings, pretreatment problems or needs for compliance. This includes assisting as needed with changes associated with Contracting Party Enforcement Response Plans, Industrial Waste Ordinances, and other relevant Pretreatment Program documents.

6. Responsible for assisting with the installation and operation of field monitoring and testing equipment.

7. Compiles and interprets data collected during investigations and inspections for compliance with the Industrial Waste Ordinance and/or Federal Categorical Standards.

8. Prepares inspection reports and makes recommendations as required.

9. Assists in the review of permit applications, industrial waste permits, self-monitoring reports and current pretreatment literature.

10. Coordinates/maintains schedules of waste sampling monitoring activities.

11. Mentors a group of more junior level employees to include hiring, training and scheduling.

12. Works directly with project staff, laboratory personnel and management to coordinate the collection and preparation of samples used for investigating process upsets and confirming regulatory compliance.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May mentor more junior level Environmental Specialists.

FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

No significant financial responsibilities. May assist in the preparation of budgets.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

(required level of education)

Bachelor degree in chemistry, biology, environmental science or a related field. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, four (4) years of relevant work experience may substitute.

EXPERIENCE

(minimum years and types of related experience required)

Two years of technical and administrative experience in inspecting, investigating or monitoring environmental control activities to comply with mandated regulations. Experience and training in waste treatment/collection systems and the identification of waste and chemical characteristics required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

(any specialized certifications licenses or registrations required by TRA or other authority in order to do the job, including those the incumbent must be able to obtain)

Valid Texas driver's license. Possession or ability to obtain a Texas Commission on Environmental Quality Class B Wastewater Operator Certificate of Competency, when qualifications are obtained.

KNOWLEDGE

(Information or facts than employee must know in order to be able to perform the work)

Must possess a moderate level of knowledge in the principles and practices of industrial waste treatment, local, state and federal laws pertaining to pretreatment and industrial waste.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

(developed capability to use or apply knowledge effectively or dexterity/coordination in the performance of physical tasks)

Ability to make responsible decisions as required by circumstances. Mathematical ability with careful attention to detail required. Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with employees and representatives of other organizations in areas of investigations and data collections. Capable of using equipment needed for field sampling and testing.

GUIDANCE RECEIVED

With some supervision, uses established priorities and policies, along with professional standards and best practices to guide decisions and any direction or advice given to others. May make recommendations to managers on policy and process improvements after considering/analyzing various alternatives. Proactively addresses needed changes to policies, methods and procedures and obtains approval.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position involves little physical exertion with lifting requirements up to 10 pounds daily and up to 50 pounds on occasion. General physical mobility is required in order to conduct off site inspections.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Working hours may vary according to needs. Working conditions include exposure to adverse weather, odor, noise, chemical hazards, gases and dust, standing for prolonged periods of time, walking up and down several flights of stairs, climbing and descending ladders, working at heights, and working in tight or confined spaces.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

Hand tools, various types of mechanical and automatic sampling equipment, cameras, testing equipment/kits, field meters, laboratory equipment, chemical preservatives, authority vehicles, general and/or specialized material handling equipment, standard construction equipment, etc.Subject to the use of respirators, SCBA's, PPE, and other safety equipment as required.

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