Sr. Concrete Batch Plant Specialist
Job Location:
Houston, TX - USA
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Job Summary
- Position Description
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 general supervision the Senior Concrete Batch Plant Specialist will conduct complex inspectionsof concrete batch plants to ensure compliance with state and federal air and water quality regulations.Individuals in this position will be responsible for responding to complaints related to Concrete BatchPlants and similar facilities producing and reviewing reports setting daily priorities ensuring compliancewith safety and environmental regulations and training and guiding other Concrete Batch Plant (CBP)specialists.
The Senior Concrete Batch Plant Specialist must possess strong leadership communication andobservation skills to effectively oversee plant operations.Duties and Responsibilities:
- Inspections: Performs comprehensive technical inspections of Concrete Batch Plants and similarfacilities for compliance with existing environmental regulations and permit parameters.
- Environmental Complaints: Investigates air water and solid waste complaints at Concrete BathPlants and similar facilities.
- Reporting: Reviews the Concrete Batch Plant program staff investigation reports and assists withapproval as requested.
- Leadership: Trains and mentors staff on concrete batch plant and similar complex investigationsplans daily schedules to optimize productivity and minimize travel time and establishes priorities.
- Field Operations: Collects samples and performs field tests as necessary.
- Collaboration: Serves as the departments subject matter expert for concrete batch plants andsimilar facilities working closely with the Harris County Attorneys Office and providing testimonyin court cases as needed.
- Special Tasks: Performs other duties as assigned including special tasks involved in respondingto an emergency event.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you need special services or accommodations please call or email . 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.
- Requirements
Education:
Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university
Experience:- Three (3) years of conductingconcrete batch plant or similar inspections
- Experience collecting environmental samples (solids and liquids) and operating analytical fieldequipment such as pH meters basic air quality sensors and particulate meters.
Licensure:
Valid Texas Drivers 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. - Understand the principles and practices of pollution control.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to drive extensively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the Harris County Attorneys OfficeTCEQ and the general public.
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 butONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resume will not be accepted for qualifications.
- General Information
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.
Reporting Relationships:
- Reports to Position: TBD
- Supervised Positions: TBD
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- This position may require employee to be deployed to alternative county locations during emergency events.
- This role involves operating within an office and outdoor setting implying that a significant portionof the tasks and responsibilities will take place outside of traditional indoor office spaces. Thephysical demands are medium with individuals potentially exerting up to 50 pounds of force onoccasion.
- Possible work exposures: Dangerous chemicals loud noises inclement weather or varioustemperature changes.
- This position may require employees to be deployed to alternative county locations during emergency events.
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.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
