Salary : $104,999.44 - $127,627.55 Annually
Location : 5072 Benson Road, Union City, CA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 270002
Work Group: Technical Services
Team: EC
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 8/23/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Max Number of Applicants: 100

Overview
Environmental Compliance Inspector I

$50.48 - $61.36 Hourly

$8,749.95 - $10,635.63 Monthly

$104,999.44 - $127,627.55 Annually

Final Filing Date: 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Sunday, August 23, 2026

This posting will remain open until 100 applications have been received or until the deadline, whichever occurs first. Please apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is received.

Position Overview

The EC Inspector I performs inspections, investigations, and sampling of wastewater and stormwater discharges to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local pretreatment and pollution prevention regulations.

This is an entry-level position in the EC Inspector career series, providing foundational knowledge and experience. As part of a collaborative team, you'll have opportunities to grow your skills, work outdoors, interact with local businesses, and support meaningful environmental programs.

Examples of Duties
Key Responsibilities

Your tasks will include collecting samples, inspecting businesses for compliance, responding to callouts, investigating waste discharges, and working closely with customers. Safety is paramount as you drive a motor vehicle and perform a variety of duties essential to maintaining environmental compliance. You can find the full job description

Qualifications
What We're Looking For

Education:

• Two years of college with coursework in chemistry, biology, environmental science, or a related field, OR
• High school with at least one year of equivalent experience in wastewater treatment, environmental inspection, or laboratory analysis

Desirable Experience: Knowledge of basic principles of chemistry and chemical analysis; basic laboratory procedures, equipment and apparatus; basic arithmetic, including fractions, decimals, proportions, and metric measures; basic mechanical principles

Licenses/Certifications: Valid California Class C driver's license with a satisfactory driving record and insurable by the District

Physical Requirements: Must be physically capable of performing critical duties, including climbing ladders and lifting 50 pounds. A willingness to work under adverse weather conditions, complete overtime as required, and use respiratory protection equipment is essential.

Additional Information
Top-Notch Benefits & Perks

• Retirement Security: CalPERS retirement plans with a 457 deferred compensation plan with matching contributions.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• Work-Life Balance: Start with two weeks' vacation (increasing with longevity), plus 11 paid holidays and 26 hours of floating holidays.
• More Perks: Life and disability insurance, educational reimbursement, student and computer loan programs.

Application Process:

Apply online at before the deadline! Here's what to expect in our process:

1) Application Deadline - 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, August 23, 2026, or until there are 100 submittals

2) Online Written Exam - Wednesday, September 2, 2026, to Thursday, September 3, 2026

3) In-Person Qualifications Appraisal Interview - Tuesday, September 15, 2026

4) In-Person Finalist Interview - The week of September 21, 2026

All candidates must pass a background check, Live Scan, and DMV clearance.

Accessibility: If you need accommodations during the application or selection process, please reach out to Tram Nguyen at

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Briefly describe your direct experience that qualifies you for this position, with particular emphasis related to pollution prevention programs, sampling, inspecting, stormwater, pre-treatment and application of regulations.
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Please describe your experience working with the business community where you had to interpret and/or explain rules and regulations.
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