Environmental Technician II

GRADE 2117
Pay Range $53,768 - $78,478

General Description

The purpose of this position is to perform advanced level inspections, sampling, and technical tasks and prepares reports including sketches for the Public Works Department. This career ladder series position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Duties & Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions as necessary.

  • Inspects sources of wastewater discharges to ensure compliance with County codes and regulations.
  • Initiate enforcement action for violation of permits or construction documents.
  • Collects samples of industrial user discharges.
  • Analyze sample data and compare to permit/code requirements.
  • Administers FOG program and prepares permits.
  • Conducts inspections to verify compliance with FOG or similar regulations.
  • Educates public about FOG and similar programs.
  • Administers Hauled Waste program and prepares permits.
  • Monitor septic waste hauler discharge and sampling and investigate complaints.
  • Performs related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires Associate’s degree in engineering or related field supplemented by four (4) years of experience in engineering or wastewater treatment environment or any combination of experience and training.

Additional Requirements

Some knowledge of sample collection or wastewater treatment; good knowledge of the functions of a public works operation; ability to prepare reports and maintain records; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with coworker, supervisors, contractors, and the public; working knowledge of personal computers and pertinent applications; regular and timely attendance; performance of duties in a safe manner. Must pass testing for substance abuse and criminal background investigation. Must maintain a positive work environment by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes harmonious relations with customers, co-workers, and supervisors. Direct deposit of pay required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • This is very heavy work requiring exertion more than 100 pounds of force occasionally, More than 50 pounds of force frequently, and in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions.
  • Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
  • Physical attendance at work site is required to perform manual tasks, Provide immediate service to onsite customers and supervise or interact with work groups.
  • Visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, night vision, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm’s length, Operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
  • Mental acuity is required to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
  • The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Hazards are infrequent but may include fumes, dust, gases, moving mechanical equipment parts, inadequate lighting, and loud noises.

Special Certifications and License Requirements

  • Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.
  • Must possess and retain Certified Environmental Scientist (CES) certification or achieve Registered Environmental Professional (REP) certification from the National Registry of Environmental Professionals (NREP) or equivalent within 18 months of hire and any State required license within 12 months of hire in order to retain position.

Notices

Kent County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), Kent County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is an employment at-will position.

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