Air Quality Instrument Specialist: Calibration & Data Ops

South Coast Air Quality Management District

Diamond Bar (CA)

On-site

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

South Coast AQMD seeks a transfer-ready Air Quality Instrument Specialist I to operate, maintain and test a range of air monitoring instruments, ensuring accurate data transmission and adherence to specifications. You will review data, perform basic calibrations, and assist in setup and maintenance of monitoring stations while supporting special studies and data reporting.

Eligible internal applicants must currently hold the Instrument Specialist I classification and meet minimum

Qualifications

Experience in operating, maintaining and testing electronic and mechanical air monitoring instrumentation.
Ability to read and interpret instructions and maintain logs and reports.
Formal education or equivalent in electronics, physics, chemistry, or related field and 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

Operates, maintains, and tests air monitoring instrumentation to ensure data accuracy.
Reviews data, performs calculations, and checks that readings meet specifications.
Inspects meters, pumps, filters, and related components for issues.
Repairs instrumentation by replacing parts and performing minor calibrations.
Assists in setup, installation, and maintenance of air monitoring equipment.
Performs periodic tests of sensors and data transmission systems.
Notifies supervisor of abnormal fluctuations and arranges repairs as needed.
Maintains logs and reports on instrumentation performance and servicing.
Participates in studies, collects samples, and supports data gathering.
Reads recorder charts and logs to forecast high-contaminant conditions.
Orders supplies for instrumentation and monitoring facilities.
Provides tours and public presentations about monitoring activities.