Compliance Technician

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Compliance Technician

St. Thomas



Exempt

SALARY: Commensurate with Experience

DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

SUMMARY:
The Compliance Technician is responsible for the technical work of inspecting,
sampling, monitoring, and documenting hazardous and special wastes for solid waste
and wastewater. Work responsibilities include managing and conducting random
load inspections, managing and monitoring wastewater and leachate collection
systems, and coordinating and supervising the disposal of special wastes. An
employee within this classification must exercise considerable independent judgment
in working with the public and ensuring adherence to federal and local regulations
and standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Samples and monitors leachate gas, surface water runoff locations,

composting sites, and related collection systems.

• Records and documents all inspections and samples to comply with local and

federal regulations.

• Maintains monitoring, sampling, and release records, including computer

database/spreadsheet files.

• Coordinates and monitors special waste disposal site access and off-loading

to ensure proper handling and public safety.

• Schedules and performs waste load inspections and site monitoring to

identify hazardous and unacceptable waste materials.

• Ensures security and documentation requirements are followed during

random inspections.

• Provides staff, haulers, and waste generators with information regarding
  

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acceptable waste, permit requirements, and hazardous and special waste
disposal restrictions.

• Generates and maintains computer files and written logs related to all

required landfill waste and sludge records in accordance with federal, local,
and operating requirements.

• Completes required/requested statistical and compliance reports; develops

and maintains MSDS procedures; trains staff regarding hazardous waste
sampling and management as assigned.

• Works collaboratively with various divisions, providing education and

statistical data for reports or grants.

• Navigates through Federal portals to make entries as necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  

EDUCATION, LICENSE, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science, Biology, Engineering, or a

related field required.

• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in the environmental field.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered
• Knowledge of the VI Code, local regulations, and local environmental

desirable.

Virgin Islands Waste Management Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

7410 Estate Bovoni, Bay 2 6196 Esta te Glynn 6506 Susannaberg

Ch arlotte Amalie, VI 00802 Kingshill, VI 00850 - 9887 St. John, VI 00830
PH: 340.715.91 00 | FX: 340.777.3284 PH: 340.712.4962 | FX: 340.719.1835 PH: 340.715.9100 | FX: 340.715.0458