Environmental Compliance Technician

: Position Information Requisition Number S2064P Position Title Environmental Compliance Technician Salary $15.72 to $18.00 per hour DOQ Division Public Works Department 1432-Solid Waste Disposal Location Planning Employment Type Full Time Hours/Days Monday thru Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm or as needed. May be subject to after hour evening and weekend call backs. FLSA Status Non-Exempt Classified/Unclassified Classified Grant Funded No Under supervision of the Landfill Supervisor, this position is primarily responsible for properly documenting, collecting and analyzing the groundwater monitoring wells, storm water, leachate, landfill gas and other samples, along with ensuring compliance with applicable environmental laws and TCEQ solid waste regulations at the landfill. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Properly documents, collects and analyzes the groundwater monitoring wells samples.
• Remains updated with regards to new sampling requirements and procedures.
• Remains updated with regards to categorical requirements, new parameters and monitoring schedules, new and proposed regulations of concern to the TCEQ solid waste regulations and the City of Amarillo's Landfill Permit.
• Monitors litter control, used tire and metal pile control.
• Prepares and maintains records and documentation for compliance purposes.
• Informs the Landfill Supervisors and Solid Waste Department Heads of key issues and concerns.
• Properly documents, collects and analyzes the leachate, landfill gas and other samples.
• Coordinates and schedules any planned sampling events with the City of Amarillo's Wastewater Laboratory personnel or outside testing laboratories.
• Prepares quarterly inspection reports, monitors and documents any landfill storm water discharge areas for compliance with federal, state and local storm water (SWP3) regulations.
• Attends all Landfill (SWP3) Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Team meetings.
• Evaluates and documents the random special waste inspections and incoming loads for disposal.
• Provides Hazardous Material collection and disposal, responding when necessary.
• Maintains and updates the Hazardous Material Safety Material Inventory List and Inspections.
• Oversees inventory and property management.
• Assist with TCEQ data, quarterly and annual reports
• Performs gate attendant duties as needed
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Must have working knowledge of landfill operations, water well testing or a related field is preferred.
• Must have the ability to adhere to complex regulations and testing procedures.
• Ability to operate computers for data entry and word processing.
• Strong verbal and written communication skill.
• Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.

Licenses/Certification Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Solid Waste License within the time requirements of the TCEQ and must have completed a waste screening class. MSW A License is required. Required Qualifications Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of two years of related experience. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Solid Waste License within the time requirements of the TCEQ and must have completed a waste screening class. MSW A License is required. Valid Texas Driver's License required. Possession of a valid Texas Class A Driver's License with tanker endorsement is preferred. The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining an applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary. Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must also walk, balance, climb, stand, stoop, sit, hear, finger, grasp, handle, reach, speak, see, and talk. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and perform repetitive motions. Special Instructions Summary The City of Amarillo is home to approximately 200,000 people. We service 1,042 mile of streets, 2,018 acres of parks, 63,683 solid waste residential customers, 194,545 transit passengers. A job at the City of Amarillo is personally rewarding, here you can bring your talent, your ability, your sense of responsibility and your sense of personal pride knowing that you can make a difference. As an employee of the City of Amarillo you are contributing to the success of your city, and you are helping the community you live in. The parks in Amarillo, the roads your drive on, the emergency personnel who keep you safe all have one thing in common, we serve the citizens of Amarillo. Working for the City of Amarillo is inherently meaningful because the work we do is related to building and improving our community. Public service is where talented people come to serve together and make a difference and we look forward to showing you how rewarding a career in public service can be. EEO/ADA The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.