- Ensure that all EMSI field practices and procedures comply with regulatory and site requirements.
- Follow all verbal and written instructions provided by the Site Supervisor/Area Compliance Manager.
- Provide necessary supervision to the Monitoring Technicians with regard to work safety, quality, quantity, and productivity.
- Conduct on-the-job training of Monitoring Technicians to verify in the field that each technician is qualified and knowledgeable with regard to Method 21 and monitoring requirements.
- Perform basic equipment troubleshooting in the field when issues arise.
- Assist with Monitoring Technicians' questions and issues in the field.
- Assist with non-Method 21 projects as needed.
- Attend all required training to ensure certification in EPA Method 21 and proper training in all technical and legal aspects of fugitive emissions.
- Ensure that reliable, well-maintained, and accurate analyzer is used and conforms to EPA Method 21 requirements
- Complete daily Method 21 instrument calibration using certified reference gases for each leak definition based on site-specific requirements.
- Document calibration on Daily TVA Calibration Log and file based on site-specific requirements.
- Complete Method 21 precision calibration quarterly using certified reference gases.
- Perform calibration drift assessments, if required by site.
- Obtain background reading before beginning monitoring and update as required. 17 Conduct routine monitoring of route in accordance with Method 21 standards and as assigned.
- Ensure that leak tags with all required information are completed and hung properly for leaks found during monitoring.
- Complete required documentation for OELs, AVOs, and other items that need to be corrected.
- Complete a Change/Retired Form for any changes observed (retired or dismantled components, etc.).
- Communicate with plant operations and personnel regarding leaks and other LDAR issues in the field.
Cover any additional Monitoring Technician job duties as needed or when no other tasks are necessary