Environmental Technician; A264135-2 Water Pollution Control

Performs inspections, evaluations, investigations, and enforcement activities to ensure compliance with cross-connection control, Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG), industrial pretreatment, water quality, and water conservation regulations in accordance with applicable City ordinances and state and federal requirements.

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.

• Coordinates and conducts cross connection surveys, customer service inspections and Fats, Oils & Grease (FOG) inspections to evaluate compliance with city and regulatory requirements.
• Maintains clear and concise records of investigation findings, photographs, contact information and any other pertinent information.
• Investigates public complaints regarding illegal discharges, water quality, water conservation and FOG. Prepares reports with findings and recommendations.
• Occasionally performs monitoring of water quality parameters such as chlorine residuals, pH, temperature, pressure, and ammonia following SOPs and calibrated equipment.
• Enforces applicable local ordinances and assists customers with compliance.
• Provides technical guidance and education to residential, commercial, and industrial customers to achieve and maintain regulatory compliance. Communicates requirements clearly and professionally while delivering high standards of customer service.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and up-to-date inspection records, enforcement documentation, databases, and correspondence.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for city-related business.
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of sample custody procedures in the preparation of samples, (e.g. checking chain of custody, dichlorination 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.

• 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 build and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.
• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.
• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.
• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• 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 language and orally in the 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 this position.

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• 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 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 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

• Warehouse environment

Sometimes

• Office or similar indoor environment
• Construction site

Frequently

• Outdoor environment
• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Vehicles

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

• Moving mechanical parts

Seldom

• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Sometimes

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
• Communicable diseases
• Fumes or airborne particles
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Frequently

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never

• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

Sometimes

• Local travel

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• At least one year of general experience.…