Staff Environmental Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a full-time Staff Environmental Specialist to join our Industrial Compliance group that aids in developing many compliance programs for state and federal environmental and hazardous materials regulations. Our services include Chemical Risk Management Plans and Updates; Environmental Audits; Department of Homeland Security Support Services; and Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plans Services (SPCC). We are looking to place this position in Northern California at our Sonora office.

Position Details:

The Staff Environmental Specialist will primarily:

• Possess knowledge of CalARP, Risk Management Programs, and Process Safety Management Regulations

• Organize and facilitate Process Hazard Analysis meetings
• Read and understand Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams for process systems containing acutely hazardous materials
• Ability to understand and perform Offsite Consequence Analysis
• Write CalARP/RMP/PSM Programs

• Possess knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems and the ability to quickly understand the design and operation of other highly hazardous chemical processes
• Develop plans and programs for compliance with state and federal hazardous materials and hazardous waste programs including SPCCs, business plans, inspection, and training
• Write safety programs including lockout/tag out, hot work, permit program, contractor safety, training, etc.
• Work effectively with others, including staff and external project teams
• Promote the company and bring in work in the Industrial Compliance field

• Represent in a positive manner to clients and potential clients
• Assess client needs, bid on client jobs, and set client expectations
• Manage project tasks efficiently, within budget, and on time

Well qualified candidates will have:

• Three years of relevant experience required
• Experience managing CalARP, RPM, PSM programs for industry, government, as a regulator, or as a consultant preferred
• Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in Physical Sciences, Engineering, or Environmental Health and Safety discipline

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• None required. Registration/Certification in Engineering, Certified Safety Professional, Certified Industrial Hygienist, Certified Hazardous Materials Manager, or Registered Environmental Assessor preferred
• Any of the following training/certifications are a plus: AIChE Process Hazard Analysis training (or equivalent); OSHA 10/30 hour general industry trainer certification; First Responder (Operations or Industrial Technician); CARO/CIRO

Competencies:

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accurate - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Organized - Ability to be structured and methodical in working skills.
• Reliability - Ability to be dependable and trustworthy.
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to relate to topics that require an understanding or specialized knowledge.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Physical Demands:

• This position will require the ability to sit at a desk working up to eight hours regularly, 12 hours occasionally, with appropriate rest and meal breaks
• Ability to walk, squat or kneel, bend, work at heights and climb ladders/stairs
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), (Protective clothing, hearing protection, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
• Ability to monitor a computer screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift/move up to 40 lbs. on occasion
• Ability to travel 30-50% throughout the markets we serve (primarily Northern California)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Jamestown, CA 95327: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $36 - $0