What are the responsibilities and job description for the Concrete Batch Plant Specialist position at Harris County?
Harris County Pollution Control Services Department (HCPCS) Mission
The mission of Harris County Pollution Control Services Department (HCPCS) is to protect the citizens of Harris County from environmental impacts through firm, consistent enforcement of state and federal regulations. The ultimate goal of PCS is clean air, water, and proper management of waste. The activities PCS are directed toward ensuring clean air and water for the citizens of Harris County, consistent with the protection of public health, enjoyment of property and the protection of plant, animal, and marine life.
What you will do for Harris County Pollution Control:
Under moderate supervision, the Concrete Batch Plant Specialist will conduct routine site inspections of concrete batch plants to determine compliance with state and federal air and water quality regulations. Individuals in this position will be responsible for identifying environmental violations, addressing air, water, and solid waste issues, and collaborating with Pollution Control Services (PCS) partners to minimize environmental impacts and promote public health.The Concrete Batch Plant Specialist must have strong communication and collaboration skills, along with a high attention to detail.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Inspections: Performs comprehensive technical inspections of Concrete Batch Plants and similar facilities for compliance with existing environmental regulations and permit parameters
- Environmental Complaints: Investigates air, water, and solid waste complaints at Concrete Bath Plants and similar facilities.
- Field Operations: Collects samples and performs field tests as necessary.
- Collaboration: Works closely with the Harris County Attorney's Office and provides testimony in court cases as needed.
- Special Tasks: Performs other duties as assigned, including special tasks involved in responding to emergency events.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Education:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- One (1) year of conducting environmental investigations.
Licensure:
Valid Texas Driver's license upon hire.
HAZWOPER 40 certification or ability to be certified within 6 months after hire.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of Texas environmental regulations including Chapter 30 of the Texas Administrative Code and Texas Water Code.
- Knowledge and understanding of principles and practices of pollution control.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to establish effective working relationships, exercise balanced judgment, and organize work for maximum efficiency.
- Ability to collect environmental samples (solids and liquids) and operate analytical field equipment, such as pH meters, basic air quality sensors, and particulate meters.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
- Full-time | Monday - Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required based on the specific needs and demands of the department.
- This position may require employee to be deployed to alternative county locations during emergency events.
Reporting Relationships:
- Reports to Position: Manager, Air Monitoring Services
- Supervised Positions: None
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Working in an office environment
- Working in an outdoor environment
- Temperature: Possible exposure to inclement weather or various temperature changes
- Noise Level: Possible exposure to loud noises in the environment
- Chemicals: Possible exposure to chemicals during investigations and emergencies
- Population: Exposure to dangerous or aggressive/adverse populations
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to stand and walk for up to 4 hours while conducting inspections.
- May require exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Salary : $31,200
