Temporary Hazardous Waste Inspector I - Moreno Valley
Temporary Hazardous Waste Inspector I - Moreno Valley
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USD 25 - 25
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ABOUT THE POSITION
The County of Riversides Human Resources Temporary Assignment Program (TAP)seeks a Temporary Hazardous Waste Inspector to support the Department of Waste Resources.The schedule for this position is Saturdays with various star time hours between 5am and 7am and end time between 2pm and 4pm.The primary reporting location will be Moreno Valley and theincumbent will travel throughout Riverside County depending on the needs of the Department.
Under close supervision conducts inspections and investigations involved with the enforcement of hazardous and prohibited waste regulations at solid waste facilities; provides direct contractor oversight at Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection events and/or permanent facilities; inspects classifies regulates and separates hazardous and prohibited waste from the solid waste stream; to be responsible for ensuring adherence to County state and federal regulations and laws which prohibit dumping of hazardous waste materials; and performs other related duties as required.
The Hazardous Waste Inspector I is the entry level classification in the Hazardous Waste Inspector series and reports to an appropriate supervisory or manager level position. Incumbents receive formal onthe job training in the techniques and procedures essential to conducting waste load inspections investigations in the enforcement of hazardous and prohibited waste regulations and in solving environmental problems related to hazardous waste. Incumbents may be promoted to the Hazardous Waste Inspector II level after acquiring the required education and experience and a satisfactory work performance evaluation.
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OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
LOAD CHECKING:
Provide flyers to the public about hazardous waste and other unacceptable materials; inform the public about proper disposal and recycling methods during waste load inspections.
Make determination on acceptability of materials with consultation of a lead supervisor and direct the public to the appropriate disposal facility.
Maintain records and prepare reports by completing appropriate forms and/or inputting data into database.
Maintain and perform minor repairs to safety and emergency equipment.
Conduct inspections on waste loads from all types of waste generators (residential commercial and industrial) to ensure that hazardous waste and prohibited materials are not inadvertentlylandfilled.
Contact Senior or Supervising Hazardous Waste Inspector in the event large quantities of hazardous waste or unknown material are suspected.
Inspect waste disposal receipts for proper disposal charges and waste types enforcing current waste fee schedule.
Draft reports and documents for legal action for the District Attorneys Office relative to illegal disposal of hazardous waste.
Perform hazardous materials categorization evaluations on household commercial and industrial waste in the field.
Collect samples and specimens for laboratory analysis.
Package hazardous materials for transportation and complete uniform hazardous manifest bills of lading; transport hazardous materials on highways and county roads between landfills and central accumulation locations.
Operate trucks and light construction equipment.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE PROGRAM:
Provide direct contractor oversight at Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection events and/or permanent facilities.
Inspect each participants waste load for acceptability at events and facilities maintain records of waste disposals and reject loads when necessary; document all rejected loads and those suspect loads which are accepted; maintain a participant log of incoming vehicles.
Conduct weekly written safety and above ground storage tank inspections documenting any deficiencies and taking corrective action when required.
Conduct weekly facility inspections and safety supply inventories to ensure compliance with hazardous waste control and worker safety laws.
Restock safety supplies and public education materials at facilities.
Provide both verbal and published public education information to participants who are using events and facilities.
Categorize and/or package household hazardous waste products.
Consolidate (bulks) automotive waste oil antifreeze and latex paint at facilities and package other wastes.
Properly manage and document illegally dumped HHW.
Maintain First Responder readiness for emergency response coordination.
Maintain and perform minor repairs to safety and emergency equipment.
Notify Program Administrator or Program Coordinator during periods of contractors performance failures emergencies or other unusual circumstances.
Obtain and collect evidence of illegal hazardous waste disposal activities.
Conduct or participate in weekly safety meetings.
Operate trucks and light construction equipment.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
OPTION I
Experience: Six months in a position that included physically screening and inspecting waste loads diversion of waste types and prevention of hazardous waste disposal with the County of Riverside.
OPTION II
Experience: Six months of professional or technical experience in hazardous waste management environmental health environmental engineering or a closely related field to the assignment. (Possession of a bachelors degree in environmental health hazardous waste management chemistry toxicology water quality occupational health or a closely related field to the assignment may be substituted for the required experience.)
ALL OPTIONS
Knowledge of: The basic principles of solid and hazardous waste management; state and federal laws and regulations governing hazardous waste.
Ability to: Verbally communicate effectively and prepare clear and concise reports; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work; use personal computer and software programs.SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Other Requirements
License/Certificate: Possession of a valid California Drivers License is required.
Questions: For further information regarding this posting contact the recruiter:
Ahjah DavisSolomon at .
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member4 Form DD214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C3 is available here: Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE).
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other nonjobrelated factors.PreEmployment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A preemployment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the Apply link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process examinations Veterans preference preemployment accommodation or other employment questions please refer to our web site .
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Employment Type
Temp
