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City of Savannah

Engineering Technician

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An Environmental Compliance Specialist performs environmental audits and advises companies on compliance with state, local and federal environmental regulations. Investigates company waste disposal, industrial hygiene and pesticide use practices and policies, advises on compliance issues and reports violations as needed.

$80,730 / year median in Georgia

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

This position is responsible for participating in the environmental compliance activities of the Stormwater Management Department. Performs wet and dry weather sampling throughout the city; forwards samples to testing laboratory. Evaluates laboratory tests and uploads results to computer database. Performs inspections to enforce the Stormwater Management ordinance. Researches pollutant origins. Responds to toxic spill incidents. Inspects industrial sites and commercial businesses for environmental compliance and pollution prevention purposes. Responds to and investigates citizen complaints regarding illicit discharge to the stormwater system. Participates in the Municipal Stormwater Inspection Program to inspect all city-owned sites. Inspects MS4 structures such as outfalls, detention ponds, and tide gates. Maintains various inventories that enable stormwater inspections (i.e., outfalls, industrial sites, commercial businesses). Assists in Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) and Inflow and Infiltration (I&I) efforts by conducting water sampling and assisting in source tracing activities. Leads the preparation of the City's
NPDES MS4
Annual Report to the state's Environmental Protection Division. Represents Department at Earth Day activities. Responds to emergencies during and after normal work hours. Operates computer network and associated peripheral devices to facilitate analytical drafting and mapping assignments. Prepares maps and charts using GIS software. Researches courthouse records. Performs manual and computer-assisted drafting functions. Files and maintains incoming record drawings; assists others in locating geographic data. Plots mapping information to maintain mapping layers. Serves in Critical Workforce for the Department, requiring service during disasters, weather events such as tropical storms or hurricanes, etc., in a support role at the Critical Workforce Shelter or other assigned locations. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requires an Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or a related field plus two years of work experience in environmental engineering, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Additional Requirements Background investigation, including supervised drug screen, post offer/pre-employment medical screen; and verification of education, certifications, and licenses required prior to employment. Knowledge of the principles of conducting water sampling according to established protocols. Knowledge of computers and other modern office equipment. Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work. Skill in operating computers and other modern office equipment. Skill in public and interpersonal relations. Skill in oral and written communication.