Field Compliance Engineer

About the Role

This is technical field work inspecting coke plants. An employee in this class makes observations while on site and makes detailed records of these observations of the plant practices, the condition and functioning of equipment, and the emissions from the plant. Reports are produced from the recorded observations that are detailed and comprehensive of findings with recommendations as to practices and procedures observed. Work is performed following established procedures under the supervision of a technical supervisor who makes assignments, reviews, reports and observes work in the field.

Responsibilities

• Inspects coke oven plants including support facilities and off-site viewing areas on a continuing basis as assigned.
• Makes and records observations of plant practices, equipment and emissions using all senses.
• Performs opacity readings.
• Operates and reads instruments required for determining emissions and proper operations of equipment.
• Studies and evaluates results of observations.
• Writes detailed reports of findings.
• Makes recommendations as to practices observed.
• Appears as a witness in court when necessary to describe recorded observations and procedures used.
• Responds to Public Health emergencies as assigned by the Health Department.
• Performs other duties as required or requested.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree (four-year college or technical school), Field of Study: Major Course work in physical sciences, engineering, environmental health or a closely related field.
• OR An Associates Degree, Trade/Vocational School Certification AND, Two (2) years of experience working in an industrial plant as a process operator, heavy machinery operator, mechanic, material handler, laborer, method 303 inspector, or other similar type of work.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of:
• - Some knowledge of the operation and structure of a variety of fuel burning devices, incinerators and process equipment.
• - Some knowledge of industrial plant operations and heavy equipment.
• - Knowledge of safety practices in industrial plants and for heavy equipment.
• Skill in:
• - Data Entry
• - Policy Analysis
• - Working at Height
• - Process Safety
• - Safety Auditing
• - Interpersonal Communication
• - Public Health
• - Public Speaking
• - Report Writing
• - Microsoft Office
• Ability to:
• - Perform basic math.
• - Communicate verbally and in writing.
• - Conduct accurate objective inspections of sources of air pollution.
• - Pass a certification test after one year of experience and training to conduct Method 303 visible emissions opacity tests and observations.
• - Exercise normal color perception.
• - Deal tactfully with plant personnel.
• - Develop reports and make recommendations based on fact.
• - Learn to use and make accurate readings from required instruments for this work.
• - Testify to their recorded observations and compliance with standard procedures for making the observations.
• - Submit reports that may constitute the basis for testimony in court.
• - Initiate suggestions and recommendations as to improved inspection procedures.
• - Work under all-weather conditions.
• - Work in uncomfortable working conditions: noisy, dusty, hot, humid, cold, smelly and other adverse conditions.
• - Climb ladders and scaffolds on moving machines such as larry cars and pushers for the purpose of detailed observations.
• - Work in a physically demanding environment with heavy equipment, machinery, climbing and congested and high traffic areas.
• - Appear as a witness in court to explain comprehensively his observations and observation methods.
• - Respond to public health emergencies.

Skills

• Data Entry
• Policy Analysis
• Working at Height
• Process Safety
• Safety Auditing
• Interpersonal Communication
• Public Health
• Public Speaking
• Report Writing
• Microsoft Office

Benefits

• Fringe Benefits: Paid holidays, personal days, vacation and sick leave benefits, medical coverage and dental benefits, a retirement plan, life insurance and a deferred compensation plan after eligibility requirements have been met.
• Perks Working for ACHD: Professional growth through training opportunities (CPR, First AID, Public Health Preparedness, Dignity and Respect, Points of Dispensing, and more); ability to advance in county system; job security; meaningfulness in daily work derived from public service; eligible for federal loan forgiveness; organizational commitment to ACHD’s mission to protect, promote, and preserve the health and well-being of all Allegheny County residents, particularly the most vulnerable.

Pay

Hourly: $28.84 || Annual: $60,000.00

Schedule

Full-time, Associate Level. Grant funded positions are contingent upon grant funding.