Designated Operator Environmental Tank Specialist

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Are you ready to be challenged make a difference and experience professional growth in your career Kleinfelders Environmental team is looking for you! From environmental planning permitting remediation and site characterization to chemical data management and hydrogeology Kleinfelder offers a variety of services designed to provide technically appropriate and cost-effective solutions.

The Los Angeles Area is seeking to fill a position of Designated Operator Environmental Tank Specialist. The candidate will oversee and be directly involved in executing aboveground and underground storage tank (AST / UST) compliance for client projects. The candidate will also be able to grow in environmental technical work through involvement in various other environmental projects including stormwater compliance air quality site assessment and sustainability. We are looking for someone with interest in providing quality technical support on commercial municipal transportation energy and water projects in our community. The position will be based in Kleinfelders office in Los Angeles CA.

The ideal candidate will be expected to:

• Perform and develop scopes for field and office tasks (technical and non-technical) and independent analysis.
• Safely implement projects including field exploration sampling inspection analysis and technical support.
• Provide technical quality oversight related to AST and USTs

Technical Skills:

• Understanding of AST / UST fuel / petroleum storage tank components and systems (i.e. Healy Bravo Veeder Root etc.).
• Consulting / permitting / regulatory compliance experience in California particularly with local CUPA agencies SCAQMD CARB and Water Board.
• Act as a Designated Operator if needed including preparation and delivery of training as well as inspections and documentation
• Working knowledge of Fire Code NFPA APSA STI as it applies to fuel tanks.
• Understanding of tank documentation requirements for Hazardous Materials Business Plans (HMBP) / California Environmental Reporting System (CERS).
• Oversight of tank installation modification removal and operation.
• Understanding of proper documentation required for USTs for compliance with Water Board and CUPAs.
• Knowledge of Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure.
• Ability to read and understand tank design drawings.

Project Management:

• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously and ensure quality is achieved on project deliverables.
• Coordination of testing (i.e. SB989 monitoring certification) and repairs of tank systems with clients and enforcement agencies.
• Contractor oversight.
• Organizational skills to ensure proper consulting of priorities to clients.

Experience:

• 3 - 6 years of directly related technical experience.

Certification / Registration:

• STI SP-001 Aboveground Tank System Inspector Certification
• ICC Designated Operator
• ICC Service Technician a plus
• 40-hour HAZWOPER a plus

Additional Expectations:

• Must have a positive work attitude and ability to work safely and efficiently when managing multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently as an integral team member using knowledge of industry and/or professional guidelines and protocols to accomplish goals and objectives and solve problems of diverse scope
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office Including Word Excel and Power Point preferred
• Position will require the candidate to adhere to work assignments/schedules be self-motivated organized and have a keen sense of detail.

Following an offer candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials a motor vehicle report (MVR) and a comprehensive background check.

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity equity and inclusion comes creativity innovation and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Kleinfelder and its subsidiaries and affiliates offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including: medical dental vision life insurance 401(k) plan and paid holidays. The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range:$52656 - $87906.