Hazardous Materials Investigator Trainee

County of Santa Clara; California; Sur place; USD 48 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

County of Santa Clara seeks a Hazardous Materials Trainee in the Department of Environmental Health. The role supports inspections, investigations, and training under CUPA-authorized programs, assisting with enforcement activities and site remediation projects.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related science and a California driver's license; strong ability to prepare reports and to communicate technical information is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, or related Science, including at least 30 semester units as required by CUPA.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's license prior to appointment.

Responsabilités

• Attends training sessions to receive instructions in hazardous materials management principles, methods, techniques, site remediation, hydrogeology, risk assessment and chemical fate and transportation.
• Observes sampling techniques for suspected hazardous waste to determine unauthorized releases, spills or leaks.
• Learns to train staff and participating agencies on hazardous materials management.
• Conducts inspections for compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local hazardous materials/waste laws and regulations.
• Gathers information on prior inspections and investigations and reviews for compliance.
• Prepares clear professional reports and other documentation including findings concerning spills and for use in legal actions.

Formation

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geology, or related Science

Description du poste

County of Santa Clara seeks a Hazardous Materials Trainee in the Department of Environmental Health. The role supports inspections, investigations, and training under CUPA-authorized programs, assisting with enforcement activities and site remediation projects.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a related science and a California driver's license; strong ability to prepare reports and to communicate technical information is essential.