Environmental Technician; B253840-2 Storm Water

Position: Environmental Technician, (B253840-2), 204, Storm Water

Performs approved sampling and sample retrieval water, wastewater, storm water, and industrial flows.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Prepares all sample bottles for upcoming sampling events.
• Perform water quality tests on water and wastewater flows in sewer system, creeks, river and storm water outfalls.
• Performs investigative studies on customer complaints.
• Performs planning and maintenance task on instrumentation, vehicles, field equipment, and laboratory housekeeping.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Performs other duties as required.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of sample custody procedures in the preparation of samples, (e.g. checking chain of custody, dechlorination of samples, and preservation).
• Knowledge of all TNRCC and EPA sampling as per Federal and State protocol. This includes but is not limited to Biomonitoring, Root Zone sampling, and Priority Pollutant Screens.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to perform investigative studies on water and wastewater systems using visual inspection methods, smoke tests, dye test, etc.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance operations of automatic samplers, flowmeters, DO meters, field instrumentation and gas monitors.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English and Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Effort Requirements

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.

Work Environment Locations

Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments

• Never
  • Confined space
• Seldom
  • Office or similar indoor environment
  • Construction site
• Sometimes
  • Vehicles
• Often
  • Outdoor environment
  • Street environment (near moving traffic)
  • Warehouse environment

Exposures

• Seldom
  • Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Sometimes
  • Individuals with known violent backgrounds
  • Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Often
  • Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
  • Communicable diseases
  • Moving mechanical parts
  • Fumes or airborne particles
  • Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
  • Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel

• Never
  • International travel
• Seldom
  • Regional travel
  • National travel
• Sometimes
  • Local travel

Required

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least one (1) year of general experience. Experience in environmental science, water sampling, analyzing water samples, conducting investigations on water/wastewater systems, or industrial or laboratory hygiene or related fields is preferred.

* Council of Higher Education Accreditation (C.H.E.A.)

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Water Operator License Class D from the Texas Commission on Quality Commission (TCEQ) must be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment.**
• Basic Code Enforcement Officer Training Certificate from the Texas Department of License Regulations must be obtained within twelve (12) months of employment.**

** Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining required certification(s) and/or license(s) within the specified period of time indicated above from time of hire.

Valid Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

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