Environmental Tank Compliance Inspector

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a qualified environmental inspector to evaluate petroleum storage tank systems and assist owner/operators in achieving compliance with state laws. This role emphasizes field inspections, regulatory interpretation, and collaboration to remedy non-compliant conditions.

Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of environmental regulations, project management skills, and solid communication abilities, with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal/state/local laws and regulations governing petroleum storage, UST/AST design technology, corrosion protection systems, leak detection methods, environmental science and engineering practices, chemistry, and basic hydrogeology.
• Knowledge in project management.
• Personal computer operations skills (including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management).
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Coursework or equivalent work experience in environmental sciences. Work experience demonstrating excellent work ethic and independent work skills.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities are to assist tank owner/operators in complying with State laws and regulations governing storage tanks to promote improved environmental performance and reduce threats to human health and the environment from petroleum releases.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Project management

PC skills

Communication (oral & written)

Environmental science coursework

Education

Environmental sciences coursework or equivalent

Job description

The Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks a qualified environmental inspector to evaluate petroleum storage tank systems and assist owner/operators in achieving compliance with state laws. This role emphasizes field inspections, regulatory interpretation, and collaboration to remedy non-compliant conditions.

Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of environmental regulations, project management skills, and solid communication abilities, with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.