JOB
This requisition expires on July 14, 2026 but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.
Responsible for implementing the industrial and commercial user wastewater monitoring, inspection, and reporting requirements of the Industrial Pretreatment Program and assisting with other environmental compliance requirements. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
DUTIES
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Inspect commercial and industrial facilities for compliance with various ordinances and requirements; prepare reports on inspection findings.
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Issue enforcement actions and citations for instances of environmental non-compliance, as required.
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Assist with executing special projects to support investigations, local limit development, and plant operations, as assigned.
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Perform water and wastewater sample collection and analysis through required scheduled and unscheduled monitoring events in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOP) and with regulatory requirements.
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Review and enter data into compliance tracking software from monitoring events; report possible violations or unusual test results for additional review.
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Receive and review reports from commercial and industrial wastewater users.
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Maintain investigation/inspection history in appropriate electronic platforms; maintain all other hardcopy and softcopy documents in appropriate repositories.
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Maintain and operate monitoring equipment; notify leadership if issues arise with equipment accuracy.
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Assist in presenting public information and outreach including, but not limited to, industrial and commercial wastewater pretreatment and disposal, to internal and external stakeholders.
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Conduct investigations in response to complaints; meet with appropriate internal stakeholders to determine the best course of action regarding the investigation and response to complainant, if needed.
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Draft and review Industrial and Commercial Wastewater Discharge Permits.
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Complete industrial stormwater inspections and report findings to stakeholders for correction, if needed.
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Follow and occasionally submit recommendations for changes to SOPs.
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Monitor inventory and make purchasing recommendations when necessary.
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Periodically reviews internal files for accuracy.
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Prepare reports, as required.
SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
SAFETY-
Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment; ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.
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Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing; operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
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Promptly report unsafe conditions in the work area and/or any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS-
Safety Sensitive (Subject to random drug testing): Yes.
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Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals. Wastewater monitoring equipment, including, but not limited to, automatic samplers, pH meters, dipsticks, and appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
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Posture: Prolonged sitting and standing; occasional stooping, squatting, kneeling, bending, pushing/pulling, and twisting.
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Motion: Frequent repetitive hand motions, including keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching.
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Lifting: Lifting no more than 100 pounds and carrying up to 50 pounds.
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Environment: Works in an office, laboratory, and field setting with exposure to sun, heat, cold, humidity, and inclement weather, noise, dust, chemicals, odors, potentially hazardous conditions, around confined spaces, steep slopes, uneven ground, and rough terrain; occasionally requires irregular and/or prolonged hours.
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Travel: Travels to City of Denton buildings, various users within the City’s sewer service area, and professional meetings as required.
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Attendance: Regular and punctual attendance at the worksite is required for this position. Must be able to work overtime, as needed.
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Mental Demands: Maintains emotional control under stress; works with frequent interruptions.
CORE VALUES-
Inclusive
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Collaborative
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Service-Oriented
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Strategically Focused
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Fiscally Responsible
TOP TIER BENEFITS-
Medical, dental, and vision coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
- Employee Health Clinic
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Paid Vacation Days and Paid Holidays
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Retirement Plan
EEO STATEMENT
The City of Denton is an equal opportunity employer. It is the City of Denton’s policy to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to any protected class, status, characteristic, or activity. All employment decisions, including decisions regarding recruitment, selection, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, advancement, discipline, discharge, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment are made without regard to any lawfully protected class, status, characteristic, or activity.
ADA/EOE/ADEA
This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.