Senior Solid Waste & Environmental Health Inspector

The City of San Diego; California; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of San Diego seeks a Solid Waste Inspector III to perform inspections of permitted waste facilities and oversee compliance with state laws. The role involves evaluating technical documents, documenting results, and coordinating enforcement actions with local agencies.

Qualified candidates will have 3 years of relevant solid waste or tire experience, a valid California Driver License, and Education options including a REHS or related degree.

Qualifications

• Three years of full-time solid waste, hazardous waste or waste tire experience.
• Experience must include inspecting sites, enforcing related laws and regulations, and issuing permits.
• Valid California Class C Driver License required at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Inspect solid waste disposal/landfill sites and operations for compliance with CA laws and regulations.
• Document inspection results and compliance attempts; prepare reports and correspondence.
• Review technical documents (site investigation reports, risk assessments, remediation plans).
• Oversee site assessments/remediation; assist with grants and enforcement programs; provide training and public presentations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Health, Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Engineering or Industrial Hygiene

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent with 30 sem/45 quarter units in biological, physical or environmental science with at least one lab course and algebra

Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) registration with CA Department of Public Health

Job description

The City of San Diego seeks a Solid Waste Inspector III to perform inspections of permitted waste facilities and oversee compliance with state laws. The role involves evaluating technical documents, documenting results, and coordinating enforcement actions with local agencies.

Qualified candidates will have 3 years of relevant solid waste or tire experience, a valid California Driver License, and Education options including a REHS or related degree.