ENVIROMENTAL TECHNICIAN I

KENT PERSONNEL LTD; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent County in Dover, DE is hiring for an Environmental Technician I in the Department of Public Works Engineering Division. The role conducts entry-level inspections, sampling, and technical tasks, preparing reports and sketches for the division.

Under supervision, you perform duties to support compliance programs, including FOG and hauled waste initiatives, with a focus on safety and accurate record-keeping. Primary location is at 555 Bay Road, Dover.

Qualifications

• Requires High School graduation or GED plus one year of experience in engineering or wastewater treatment.
• Experience or training in related tasks may be substituted for formal education.

Responsibilities

• Inspects sources of wastewater discharges to ensure compliance with County codes and regulations.
• Collects samples of industrial user discharges.
• Administers Hauled Waste program and prepares permits.
• Monitors septic waste hauler discharge and sampling; investigates complaints.
• Administers FOG program and prepares permits.
• Conducts inspections to verify compliance with FOG or similar regulations.
• Educates the public about FOG and similar programs.

Skills

Sample collection knowledge

Report writing

Teamwork & coordination

PC proficiency

Attendance & reliability

Safety practices

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

None

Job description

Department of Public Works Engineering Division Classified, GRADE 2114 $22.99/hour Depending on qualifications, applicants who meet the requirements for a higher-level Environmental Technician II classification may be considered for appointment at higher grade with corresponding increase in salary.

We are located at 555 Bay Road, Dover, DE 19901.

If you have any questions, please contact our office at 302-744-2310 or email us at [e-mail].

Environmental Technician I

General Description

This position works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.

The purpose of this position is to perform entry level inspections, sampling, and technical tasks and prepare reports including sketches for the Public Works Department.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects sources of wastewater discharges to ensure compliance with County codes and regulations.
• Collects samples of industrial user discharges.
• Administers Hauled Waste program and prepare permits.
• Monitor septic waste hauler discharge and sampling and investigate complaints.
• Administers FOG program and prepares permits.
• Conducts inspections to verify compliance with FOG or similar regulations.
• Educates public about FOG and similar programs.
• Performs related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by one year 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;
• some 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 coworkers, 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.

Americans with Disabilities Act Requirements

This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, kneeling, reaching, pushing, lifting, fingering, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spo ken word levels, and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; mental acuity is required to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes; physical attendance at work site is required to perform manual tasks, provide immediate service to onsite customers, and supervise or interact with work group; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, use of measuring devices, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

Special Certifications and License Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid state drivers license with an acc