What are the responsibilities and job description for the Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Inspector position at Virginia Department of Environmental Quality?
Hiring Range: $57,733 to $82,042
Full Time or Part Time: FULL TIME
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Job Description
This position primarily performs facility inspections to evaluate the design and operation of petroleum storage tank systems and documents findings and work with owner/operators to remedy non-compliant conditions. This is a restricted position. Continued employment is contingent on the availability of grant or non-general funds. This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required. Please note this position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities are to assist tank owner/operators in complying with State laws and regulations governing storage tanks to promote improved environmental performance and reduce threats to human health and the environment from petroleum releases.
Qualifications
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the primary environmental permitting agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy, and land protection. Through the dedication and work of over 800 employees across six regional offices and the Central Office in Richmond, DEQ issues permits, conducts monitoring and inspections, and enforces the law.
Full Time or Part Time: FULL TIME
Additional Detail
Job Description
This position primarily performs facility inspections to evaluate the design and operation of petroleum storage tank systems and documents findings and work with owner/operators to remedy non-compliant conditions. This is a restricted position. Continued employment is contingent on the availability of grant or non-general funds. This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required. Please note this position follows a hybrid work schedule to include both in-office and telework. Candidates must be able to work from the assigned work location in Virginia.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities are to assist tank owner/operators in complying with State laws and regulations governing storage tanks to promote improved environmental performance and reduce threats to human health and the environment from petroleum releases.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of federal/state/local laws and regulations governing petroleum storage, UST/AST design technology, corrosion protection systems, leak detection methods, environmental science and engineering practices, chemistry, and basic hydrogeology.
- Knowledge in project management
- Personal computer operations skills (including word processing, spreadsheets, and database management).
- Ability to communicate and effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Coursework or equivalent work experience in environmental sciences. Work experience demonstrating excellent work ethic and independent work skills.
- Real ID or passport may be required to inspect some facilities.
- This position may require you to operate a state owned or leased vehicle. Therefore, a valid driver's license is required.
The Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the primary environmental permitting agency in the Commonwealth of Virginia. It is responsible for administering laws and regulations related to air quality, water quality, water supply, renewable energy, and land protection. Through the dedication and work of over 800 employees across six regional offices and the Central Office in Richmond, DEQ issues permits, conducts monitoring and inspections, and enforces the law.
Salary : $57,733 - $82,042