Hazardous Materials Investigation Specialist 2

Hazardous Material Investigator Specialist 2 Transportation Department Motor Carrier Enforcement Hourly Rate: $34.53 About The Transportation Department The Transportation Department’s mission is to facilitate safe and secure commercial transportation on public highways, railroads, and transportation facilities, as well as to promote quality and equitable service in a proactive manner for the public and commercial carriers in the household goods, bus and ferry boat industries. This is accomplished through reduction and prevention of crashes involving commercial motor vehicles, reduction and prevention of hazardous materials incidents, development of consumer protection regulations, and resolution of consumer and carrier complaints. What You Will Do In this position as a Hazmat Specialist 2 in Motor Carrier Enforcement, you will: Conduct and evaluate complex hazardous material transporter inspections Conduct unannounced compliance reviews, shipper reviews and investigations of motor carriers Complete New Entrant Safety Audits of new Motor Carriers Conduct surveillance of carrier operations Respond to hazardous material incidents Prepare reports on inspections, investigations, educational training, and other related data Interview carriers, shippers, and drivers for in-depth investigation of complex cases Interact with other agencies including FMCSA, PHMSA, EPA, Ohio State Highway Patrol, local law enforcement, and fire departments Comprehensive Investigation of commercial vehicle crashes, spills, or release of hazardous materials Attend in-service, continuing education and training sessions required for the job classification Representing the PUCO at outreach and education programs for industry and the general public Report in location: EMPLOYEES MUST LIVE WTHIN 30 AIR MILES OF 225 E. WASHINGTON ST. MEDINA, OH 44256 PUCO core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across PUCO departments. Most positions perform work on-site at the PUCO Central Office. The PUCO offers flextime work schedules that allow an employee to start the day as early as 6:00am or as late as 10:30am. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval. Salary Information: Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary is set at the lowest rate of the salary range. In most cases, successful employees will increase a step in the salary range within six months, with subsequent step increases occurring every year. In addition, the State of Ohio offers cost of living adjustments, longevity supplements after five years of public service, and wellness incentives. 48 mos. trg. or exp. in commercial transportation safety practices & procedures; 12 mos. trg. or exp. in hazardous materials regulation compliance/enforcement; valid driver’s license. Or 24 mos. as Hazardous Materials Investigation Specialist 1, 23161. Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Job Skills: Compliance Enforcement Organization Public Utilities Commission Agency Contact Name and Information HUMAN RESOURCES - ContactJobsHR@puco.ohio.gov. Unposting Date Sep 29, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Medina County-Medina Schedule Full-time Work Hours 8:00-5:00 Flex Available Classified Indicator Classified Union OCSEA Technical Skills Inspection Principles, Investigation, Compliance Enforcement Professional Skills Attention to Detail, Responsiveness, Observation Agency Overview The Public Utilities Commissions of Ohio (PUCO) affects nearly every household in Ohio. The PUCO regulates providers of all types of utility services which includes electric and natural gas companies, local and long-distance telephone, water and wastewater, and rail and trucking companies. More recently, the PUCO gained responsibility for facilitating competitive utility choices for Ohio consumers. To carry out our responsibilities…

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