Petroleum Compliance Specialist - Field Testing

Nwestco LLC; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) with matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid holidays

Job summary

Nwestco LLC in Seattle, WA is seeking a Compliance Technician to join our team. The role focuses on testing and inspections of petroleum storage and dispensing systems, ensuring adherence to EPA and state regulations, and producing regulatory documentation.

The position requires licenses (UST 3 now, UST 1 within a year) and hands-on experience with line testers and leak detection. Competitive pay starts at $28/hr with benefits including PTO and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Possess valid UST 3 license and local licenses; obtain UST 1 within 1 year.
• Experience performing compliance testing or inspections on petroleum storage and dispensing systems.
• Familiarity with EPA UST/AST regulations and SPCC plans.
• Background in testing equipment like line testers and leak detection equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct testing, inspections, and monitoring of petroleum storage and dispensing systems (USTs, ASTs, piping, sensors, leak detectors).
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including EPA, state DEQ/DEP, and fire code requirements.
• Perform annual, periodic, and post-repair compliance testing (e.g., line and tank tightness, ATG functionality, overfill protection, spill containment).
• Inspect and verify the function of leak detection, interstitial monitoring, cathodic protection, and vapor recovery systems.
• Prepare and submit detailed compliance reports, test results, and documentation for clients and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, including site-specific compliance logs and permit documents.
• Collaborate with service technicians and contractors to identify and correct non-compliant conditions. Within one year be able to perform repairs at time of testing.
• Keep up to date with changing environmental regulations, industry standards, and testing procedures (PEI, API, NFPA, etc.).
• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment, ensuring traceability and reliability of results.
• Participate in safety meetings and follow all company policies related to hazardous materials, confined space, and spill prevention.

Skills

Compliance testing

Inspections

Documentation

Environmental regs

Safety protocols

Fieldwork

Time management

Education

UST 3 license

UST 1 license (within 1 year)

Tools

Line testers

Pressure gauges

Conductivity meters

LLD test kits

Job description

Nwestco LLC in Seattle, WA is seeking a Compliance Technician to join our team. The role focuses on testing and inspections of petroleum storage and dispensing systems, ensuring adherence to EPA and state regulations, and producing regulatory documentation.

The position requires licenses (UST 3 now, UST 1 within a year) and hands-on experience with line testers and leak detection. Competitive pay starts at $28/hr with benefits including PTO and 401(k).