Environmental Specialist
About The Position
The Environmental Specialist supports the Environmental Manager with environmental data collection and reporting and is responsible for operating environmental systems in a direct and/or supervisory role. The role may involve supervising and interacting with field staff on construction and technical matters across multiple divisions. The Environmental Specialist monitors compliance, supports site audits and reporting, oversees environmental systems and vendors, and coordinates environmental training and projects. The position may also assist with project management for construction work, including tracking progress and compliance.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of knowledge and/or experience related to environmental science, engineering, geology, or a related science.
- Thorough knowledge of environmental regulations relating to air, water, solid waste, and material recovery/recycling.
- Good time-management skills to complete responsibilities efficiently and safely.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Effective interpersonal communication across organizational levels and with external customers and vendors.
- Strong analytical skills and a focus on adding value to the Company.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business documents, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
- Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules, promote Company safety standards, and work with honesty and trustworthiness.
Responsibilities
- Collect, report, and track environmental monitoring at relevant locations; complete and maintain facility operating records as needed.
- Conduct storm water compliance inspections, sampling, reporting, and training under facility-specific Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP) and the Industrial Storm Water General Permit (ISWGP).
- Conduct public relations and due diligence activities through communication with Division and Business Unit management and regulatory agency representatives.
- Perform site audits with the Environmental Manager; complete and analyze monthly environmental and other status reports; assist with required environmental sampling and reporting.
- Perform and oversee activities related to launching and completing necessary projects.
- Conduct and supervise landfill monitoring and the operation and maintenance of gas extraction or leachate management systems.
- Oversee and work with outside vendors handling environmental systems and make recommendations regarding vendor activities.
- Coordinate air and water monitoring, environmental data review and reporting, and compliance task tracking to ensure continued compliance.
- Conduct and coordinate formal and informal environmental training for Environmental Technicians, Landfill Managers, and other employees.
- Assist with project management duties associated with construction projects, including tracking construction progress and compliance.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical benefits coverage
- Dental plans
- Vision coverage
- Health care and dependent care spending accounts
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount programs
- 401(k) plan with a generous company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
