Environmental specialist

Who AreWe :

Vicinity Energy is NorthAmerica’s largest provider of district energy solutionsoffering low carbon energy to most of the iconic buildings you seein the skylines of Boston Cambridge Philadelphia Baltimore and manyother cities in the US.

As a member of the communities we serve allof us at Vicinity understand the critical role we play in reducingthe impacts of climate change and being a leader indecarbonization.

We are committed to net zero and eliminating ourreliance on fossil fuels but we need the best and the brightestminds on our team to help us reach our goal not only for us as acompany but for our customers our communities and ourplanet.

What You WillDo :

The EnvironmentalSpecialist is responsible for establishing developing andimplementing the environmental health and safety (EH&S)programs at Vicinity Energy’s South Regionlocations.

The Environmental Specialistestablishes and manages programs directed toward the continuousimprovement of EH&S objectives and integrates EH&Sobjectives into plant and distribution functions.

The Environmental Specialist provides regulatoryexpertise to strategize and maximize company position withinenvironmental programs and interaction with regulatory officials.

Coordinates EH&S programs with an emphasis placed onidentification and communication of regulatory requirements tofacility management and personnel.

This isfulltime exempt position and reports to the EH&S Manager.This position is located in Baltimore MD and provides regionalsupport to company locations including Washington DC Morgantown WVand Atlanta GA and other locations as needed.

Approximately 1525%travel to regional locations and more frequent local site travelare expected.

Responsibilities :

Identifiesenvironmental risks and provides mitigation plans which areconsistent with business performance and reliability goals.

Facilitates the implementation of management systems that supportcompany goals and meet / or exceed regulatory requirements.

• Provides regulatory support forenvironmental requirements such as Title V Air Permits NPDESPermits SWPPP Hazardous Waste Management etc.
• Audits EH&S programimplementation. Works closely with Managers to ensure effectiveimplementation and enforcement of EH&S policies andprocedures including inspections.
• Contributes and aids withimplementing hazardous material emergency response and contingencyplanning efforts. Coordinates facility program with responsecontractors LEPC and Government Agencies.
• Participates and / or leads SafetyCommittee
• Provides oversight and reviewsaccident / incident investigations. Recommends corrective actions andactions to prevent reoccurrence.
• Supports environmentalrecordkeeping and reporting program. Prepares reports forregulatory submittal. Maintains plant environmental recordsincluding permits compliance data training records etc.
• Identifies and coordinatesenvironmental & safety training requirements. Trackstraining completion and provides updates to management.
• Designs and implements Employeetraining programs on topics such as emergency response SPCCair / water / waste permit compliance safety inspections use ofprotective equipment confined space entry lockout tagoutrespiratory protection etc.
• Observes and complies with allstandard safety codes and practices performs work in accordancewith recognized trade and company standards and where applicablelocal state and federal laws.
• Assists with Green Solutions Teammeetings assist with identification of potential projectscoordinate with management and contractors to see that projects areimplemented.
• Performs other related duties asrequired.
• May be required to work eveningsand weekends as needed.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’sdegree in Environmental Science Occupational Safety &Health Engineering Chemistry or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 24 years’experience with safety and environmental programs in a utility ormanufacturing industry.
• Must be familiar with FederalState and local regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and writtencommunication skills are required.
• Requires individual with a highdegree of professionalism.
• Requires the ability to work wellindependently and effectively with others daily. Successfulcandidate will also be detail oriented able to take direction andhandle multiple tasks prioritize work effectively and see a workproject through to completion.
• A willingness to acquire newskills and utilize technology to streamline processes and problemsolve is essential.
• High level of proficiency withdatabase spreadsheet email and word processing software required.Proficiency with MS Office and Windows preferred.

Experience withRedTag TK Pro and Maximo is a plus.

• Emergency Status Designation : Essential; EH&S Incident Coordinator / Commander QualifiedIndividual alternate

PhysicalRequirements :

• Must submit to company requiredpreemployment drug screening and physical exam. This positionrequires a valid driver’s license in good standing.
• May be required to wearprotective clothing including protective suits respiratoryprotection gloves safety shoes safety glasses hard hat and othersas required.
• Must be able to work internallyin the physical plant and externally on the facility’sgrounds or at satellite facilities.
• The employee will be required towear personal protective equipment and clothing where appropriatebecause of their work around potential hazards such as loud noiseairborne particles vibration and hazardous materials.
• This protective equipmentincludes but is not limited to safety eyewear footwear hard hatgloves hearing protection and specialized clothing whereapplicable.
• Must be able to work in extremesof hot and cold temperatures and inclement weather conditions.
• Under certain conditions whileworking in the plant may be required to wear a respirator respirators are required in specified areas thereforethe employee will be issued with and trained in the proper use ofthis equipment.
• May require repetitive stoopingbending climbing reaching and carrying; intermittent lifting andmoving up to 20 lbs.
• Must be able to work from laddersscaffolds highlifts and in confined spaces.

Vicinity North America is anEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy ofthe Company to provide equal employment opportunities to allqualified applicants without regard to race color religion sexsexual orientation gender identity national origin age protectedveteran or disabled status or geneticinformation.

Last updated : 2024-02-23