UST Environmental Inspector: Field Inspections & Compliance

Washington State Department of Ecology; Washington; Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Ecology is seeking an Environmental Inspector for Underground Storage Tanks in the Toxics Cleanup Program. This role blends field inspections with technical analysis to ensure UST systems meet state and federal standards, reduce leaks, and protect soil, groundwater, and air quality.

The position involves travel, collaboration with regulators and industry, and the preparation of defensible documentation.

Qualifications

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• Demonstrated competence in risk assessment and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to explain environmental regulations to stakeholders clearly.

Responsibilities

• Travel to facilities to conduct UST inspections and apply professional judgment.
• Perform UST system installation, retrofit, and decommissioning inspections.
• Issue enforcement actions and follow up with responsible parties.
• Investigate complaints of leaking underground storage tanks and document findings.
• Provide technical assistance and education on UST regulations to owners and operators.
• Serve as regional point of contact for UST questions and issues.
• Coordinate with owners, operators, local governments on complex UST projects.
• Maintain accurate UST files and databases and support performance measures.

Skills

Critical thinking

Judgment and decision making

Communication of rules

Communication and collaboration

Systems interpretation

Data and documentation management

Investigation and field assessment

Technical assistance

Education

Environmental science degree

Tools

Data management software

Job description

Washington State Department of Ecology is seeking an Environmental Inspector for Underground Storage Tanks in the Toxics Cleanup Program. This role blends field inspections with technical analysis to ensure UST systems meet state and federal standards, reduce leaks, and protect soil, groundwater, and air quality.

The position involves travel, collaboration with regulators and industry, and the preparation of defensible documentation.