Designated Operator Environmental Tank Specialist

Job Description Take Your Environmental Career to the Next Level Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Kleinfelder's 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. Step into Your New Role 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 Kleinfelder's 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. Benefits Kleinfelder 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 $52,656 – $87,906. Equal Opportunity Kleinfelder, and its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules) #J-18808-Ljbffr Kleinfelder Inc