Source Control Inspector I

Orange County Sanitation District; California; On-site; USD 71,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Sanitation District is seeking a Source Control Inspector I to support the source control program, protect public health and water quality, and enforce regulations at OC San sites and industrial facilities.

The role involves inspecting sources of pollutants, conducting field monitoring, and educating stakeholders about compliance. Strong safety and physical labor may be required; a valid CA driver's license is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D., with college-level coursework in chemistry/biology or related field.
• Two (2) years of work experience in environmental protection involving sampling, laboratory analysis, and/or inspection of industrial processes.
• Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
• Possession of a valid Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector Certification from the California Water Environment Association required within 12 months of placement.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, monitor, track, and identify sources of pollutants discharged or potentially discharged to the sewer system.
• Investigate and enforce OC San discharge permit regulations and EPA guidelines.
• Educate the public and others on the source control program, inspections, and compliance.

Skills

High school diploma

Environmental protection experience

California Driver's License

Grade I Environmental Inspector cert

Education

High school diploma / G.E.D.

Job description

What do youvalue in your next job?

At the Orange County Sanitation Districtour Core Valuesform the framework of our organization and reinforce our professional work ethic. If the following values ring true with you, we'd love to invite you to explore our career opportunities further.

Integrity, Inclusion, Honesty, and Respect

We aspire to the highest degree of integrity, inclusion, honesty, and respect in our interaction with each other, our suppliers, our customers, and our community. We strive to demonstrate these values in our actions, commitments, and service.

Leadership, Teamwork, and Problem Solving

We lead by example, acknowledging the value of our resources and using them wisely to achieve our mission. We strive to reach OC San goals through cooperative efforts and collaboration with each other and our constituencies. We work to solve problems in a creative, cost-effective, and safe manner, and we acknowledge team and individual efforts.

Customer Service, Transparency, and Accountability

We are committed to acting in a timely, accurate, accessible, and transparent manner through excellent customer service. We are committed to act in the best interest of our internal and external stakeholders.

Resiliency, Innovation, and Learning

We continuously develop ourselves, enhancing our talents, skills, and abilities. We recognize that only through personal growth and development will we progress as an agency and as individuals.

Safety

We are committed to providing a safe work environment. We will demonstrate leadership, promote individual accountability, and participate actively in the advancement of our health and safety practices.

OC San is currently looking to fill the role of a Source Control Inspector I.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical duties in support of OC San’s source control program to protect public health and safety in the areas of water quality, pollution control, and overall environmental protection including Emerging Pollutants of Concern (EPOC); inspects, monitors, tracks, and identifies sources of pollutants discharged or potentially discharged to the sewer system; investigates and enforces compliance with OC San discharge permit regulations, OC San Wastewater Discharge Ordinance, and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines; educates the public and others on source control program, inspections, enforcement, and compliance; and performs duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. High school diploma or G.E.D., supplemented by college-level coursework in chemistry, biology, or a related field.
2. Two (2) years of work experience in a field related to environmental protection involving sampling, laboratory analysis, and/or inspection of industrial processes.
3. Must possess a valid California Class C Driver’s License.
4. Possession of a valid Grade I Environmental Compliance Inspector Certification from the California Water Environment Association is required and must be obtained within 12 months of date of placement in position.

Desired

• Previous experience conducting inspections of industrial processes.

Vacancies: 1

(an eligible list may be established for future vacancies)

APPLICATION FILING DEADLINE: Friday, November 20, 2026; 5:00 P.M.

(or until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received)

Hiring Salary Range: $51.42 - $56.72/Hour

(starting salary will be within this range based upon qualifications)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; standing in work areas and walking between work areas is required; occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.

• Mobility to work in the field and to take samples and conduct inspections at various industrial, commercial, and OC San sites, including climbing ladders, stairs, and other temporary access points.

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle to travel to various OC San sites, projects, and/or meetings.

• Perform inspection and sampling work; standing and frequent walking around industrial and commercial sites is required.

• Lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects averaging 51 pounds, and occasionally up to 75 pounds, with the use of proper equipment and/or assistance from other staff.

• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.

• Vision to conduct inspections and operate equipment; color vision to identify chemical and biological solvents and substances.

• Possible entry into confined spaces and the use of confined entry equipment.

• Hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone.

• Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.

• Finger dexterity to operate, maintain, and repair sampling equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

• Office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.

• Field work with exposure to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, hazardous physical substances and fumes, dust, and air contaminants.

• Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• May be required to work extended hours, including nights, weekend, and holidays when necessary.
• Standby and Call Back: Employees in this classification may be required to participate in standby duty and are subject to call back, which may include nights, weekends and 24-hour emergency call out with little or no notice. Any employee designated to serve on standby, or report to an emergency, and refuses to do such, shall be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
• Probationary Period: All OC San employees, except classifications considered “at-will”, are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, policies, and/or resolutions. Employees who have not yet successfully completed their initial probationary period serve “at-will” and may be released from employment without cause or recourse to any appeal or grievance procedures.
• Pre-Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of OC San’s pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation, a physical examination, and a drug screen.
• Work Location Assignment: Employees will be assigned to a work location based on business needs which may be located at any/all of OC San locations; this work location may be changed at any time.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS

All Orange County Sanitation District employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the Orange County Sanitation District requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

OTHER INFORMATION

For the full range of duties, responsibilities, and essential job functions please review the Classification Specification for this position found on our website.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate, through their application materials, that they meet the minimum requirements as outlined in the job announcement and class specification to receive further consideration. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an interview. All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process.

False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.

To ensure your application is accurate and complete, please review the Job Application Guide.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of OC San’s pre-employment process, which includes a background investigation and a physical examination. For some positions, this may include a drug screen. False statements may be cause for disqualification, removal from the eligible list, or discharge from employment. All statements made on applications are subject to investigation and verification.

Reference Checkswill be conducted by OC San to verify employment related information for all potential employees once a contingent job offer is made during the background investigation process. This is done to ensure that individuals who join OC San are well qualified and have a strong potential to be successful in their employment. The extent of the inquiry will depend on the position being applied for, but will at least include:

• Verification/Reference from current and past employers
• Confirmation of necessary licenses, certificates, and degrees.

Please have all necessary documentation ready. Additional inquiries may be necessary depending on the position for which you are applying. Human Resources will also schedule a post-offer physical examination once a job offer has been made.

OC San only accepts applications submitted via our online application system. Applications submitted via mail, fax or email will not be accepted.

The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.