Environmental Monitoring Technician - City of Denton

Job Title:	Environmental Monitoring Technician
Closing Date/Time:	Tue. 09/10/13 5:00 PM Central Time
Salary:	$13.50 - $15.75 Hourly
Job Type:	Part-Time
Location:	Wastewater Pretreatment Department - Denton, Texas

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Responsible for assisting in the monitoring/reporting requirements for compliance with Industrial Pretreatment and Storm Water Program regulations

Key Responsibilities:

Assists with inspection of industrial/commercial site inspections and preparation of inspection reports in compliance with Pretreatment Program requirements Assists with collection of wastewater discharged from industrial/commercial facilities following approved protocol for sample handling and custody in compliance with federal pretreatment program requirements Assists with measurement of toxic gas and oxygen concentrations in and around the wastewater collection system and confined spaces. Performs on site water quality measurements during regularly scheduled watershed monitoring activities, storm events, and pollution investigations using multi-probe electronic data loggers Utilizes computer software to develop spreadsheets for tracking and reporting water quality data to TCEQ. Calibrates, maintains, and tracks calibration and maintenance of field monitoring instruments (pH meter, conductivity meter, multi-probe electronic data loggers). Assists with collection of storm water runoff and site inspections at Pecan Creek Water Reclamation Plant in compliance with TCEQ Multi-sector General Permit May assist with all activities related to watershed monitoring to include preparation of sample bottles, collection, storage, and preservation of water samples according to approved protocol for handling and custody May assist with analysis of water samples collected during regularly scheduled watershed monitoring activities, storm events and pollution investigations Provides service and maintenance of automatic water sampling equipment and vehicles. Cleans portable sampling equipment in compliance with acceptable protocol Prepares and maintains an inventory of all equipment necessary to perform the above mentioned duties; reorders and restocks supplies as needed Ability to get along with customers and co-workers Regular and punctual attendance

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent One year of experience in water/wastewater treatment, pretreatment program or environmental monitoring OR Any combination of education, experience, and/or certifications that will provide the necessary knowledge and skills to be an effective Environmental Monitoring Technician AND Must be capable of entering confined spaces Must be able to lift 60lbs

Conditions of Employment:

Must have a valid Class “C” Driver’s License prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class “C” driver’s license within 30 days of hire per state law) Must pass a drug test, driver’s license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check Must be able to assist with rescue operations Approved credit for completion of six semester hours in environmental science or civil engineering