Sr. Concrete Batch Plant Specialist

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive technical inspections of Concrete Batch Plants and similar facilities for compliance with existing environmental regulations and permit parameters.
• Investigates air, water, and solid waste complaints at Concrete Bath Plants and similar facilities.
• Reviews the Concrete Batch Plant program staff investigation reports and assists with approval as requested.
• Trains and mentors staff on concrete batch plant and similar complex investigations, plans daily schedules to optimize productivity and minimize travel time, and establishes priorities.
• Collects samples and performs field tests as necessary.
• Serves as the department's subject matter expert for concrete batch plants and similar facilities, working closely with the Harris County Attorney's Office and providing testimony in court cases as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including special tasks involved in responding to an emergency event.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Three (3) years of conducting concrete batch plant, or similar, inspections.
• Experience collecting environmental samples (solids and liquids) and operating analytical field equipment such as pH meters, basic air quality sensors, and particulate meters.
• Licensure: Valid Texas Driver's 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 Attorney's Office, TCEQ, and the general public.