UST Evaluator Inspector (EHM I)

State Of South Carolina

Job Location:

Lancaster County, SC - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 45300 - 77000

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Responsibilities

Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation

Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment Come join our team at SCDES put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team!

Science Service Sustainability

Under general supervision the UST Evaluator/ Inspectorwill perform assigned inspections evaluations and complaint investigations for the Bureau of Regional and Laboratory Services underground storage tank (UST) program. Develop advanced knowledge and understanding of the UST Program.May serve as a member of Emergency Response Team (ERT).

Job Responsibilities:

Conduct and document routine UST compliance inspections on retail facilities to determine compliance with state and federal UST regulations within assigned geographic area. Provide technical assistance to owners/operators consultants public officials and the public on matters related to federal and state UST laws rules and regulations. Conduct UST compliance assistance.
Conduct and document routine UST compliance inspections on commercial facilities to determine compliance with state and federal UST regulations within assigned geographic area. Provide technical assistance to owners/operators consultants public officials and the public on matters related to federal and state UST laws rules and regulations. Conduct UST compliance assistance.
Conduct and document UST installation and UST closure inspections to determine compliance with state and federal UST regulations within assigned geographic area. Providing technical assistance to owners/operators consultants public officials and the public on matters related to federal and state UST laws rules and regulations. Perform Delivery Prohibition (DP) at sites designated and scheduled by the UST Regulatory and Compliance Section.
Assist with posting Public Notices if scheduling allows.
Perform other duties as required which includes but is not limited to attending periodic staff meetings and training.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

An associate degree in a related technical field.
A high school diploma or GED and two (2) years of environmental health or related experience.
Certification in the environmental field qualifies as related experience

Note: Degrees in a related technical field include but are not limited to Earth sciences chemistry biology physics soil science environmental science mathematics etc.

Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency may require an official certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.

Additional Requirements:

Must have valid state drivers license and ability to operate personal and state-owned vehicles.
Ability to provide outstanding customer service in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Work effectively in a team-oriented environment and encourage positive working relationships with coworkers industry and government officials.
Work independently in a field environment.
Ability to successfully complete prescribed technical coursework and pass any test relevant to the position within the probationary period or trial period.
Work in all reasonable weather conditions and access non-traditional work environments.
May require:
- Daily travel throughout the state.
- Occasional overnight travel.
- Subject to on call or call back 24/7.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with air/land related activities and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Thorough knowledge of applicable state and federal air/land laws and regulations.
Knowledge of environmental health regulations.
Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint).

Additional Comments

SCDES is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation) national origin age (40 or older) disability or genetic information.

The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.

The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

Health dental vision long-term disability and life insurance for employees spouse and children. Click here for additional information.
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid parental leave
S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation )
Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS )
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP )
Remote Work: The option to work remotely 2 days per week is available after successful completion of 1 year of employment with SCDES based on job functions.

*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.

Required Experience:

Job ResponsibilitiesCareers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets PreservationDo you love South Carolina and protecting the environment Come join our team at SCDES put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our te...