Environmental Program Technician

Job Description

Overview

The Environmental Program Technician will directly support the Work Coordinator by collecting, analyzing, and/ or monitoring all required sample points and parameters set by TCEQ at J.C Elliot Transfer Station and Cefe Valenzuela Landfill: solid waste, hazardous waste, water, wastewater, storm water and air.

Responsibilities

• Collect storm water composite and/ or grab samples for rain events as required by the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Program

• Prepare chain of custody and deliver/ send to lab analysis

• Collect sludge samples for paint filter test compliance

• Collect samples on any and all applicable media, prepare chain of custody and deliver/ send for lab or field analysis

• Knowledge of monitoring gas probes on FG well

• Monitor general landfill over integrity and surface water drainage conditions that might impact operations

• Monitor integrity of groundwater wells

• Operate leachate system and communications panels and repair/ replace components when needed

• Monitor leachate system and communication panels and call for repairs if needed

• Operate condensate sump pump system and communications panels and repair/ replace components when needed

• Perform first data scrub to prepare the data for further analysis

• Operator Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) area directly and/ or through support staff

• Perform first Hazardous Waste Classification and issue instructions or directly store material

• Perform first assessment of situation and provide immediate containment and/ or mitigation in preparation for HAZMAT team to arrive on scene

• May be asked to perform other duties as assigned

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work

• Non - Exempt - Full-Time, Rotating 40hr, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays is a schedule requirement

• In the event of an emergency, employees are required to work to provide for the safety and well-being of the public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (AA/ AS); or two (2) year technical certificate

• Two (2) years of experience

Licenses and Certifications

Required

• A valid driver's license is required; successful out-of-state candidates must be able to obtain a valid Texas driver's license within 90 days of hire

Required within one (1) year of hire

• HAZWOPER

• Waste Screening Class

• 40hr EPA Recovery Certification Prep Training

Employment Testing

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal Background Check: Yes

• Motor Vehicle Record Check: Yes

• Drug Screening: Yes

• Physical Exam: Yes

Basis of Rating

A recruitment consultant will evaluate all applications against the posted qualifications and may request additional information. The city may also conduct additional skill assessment tests, in addition to the panel interview.

Supplemental Information

• Any position that lists a minimum qualification for education level and/or license/certification will require the applicant to provide proof of documentation if selected for hire into the position with the City of Corpus Christi.

The City of Corpus Christi is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

Closing Date/Time: September 7, 2026