Covanta

Environmental Specialist

Covanta • $79K — $105K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental science, or equivalent
  • 3-5 years experience in environmental compliance, preferably in air or solid waste management
  • Familiarity with FL and federal environmental regulations, particularly in air
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Proficient with technical reporting and computer skills

Responsibilities

  • Prepare reports for federal, state, and local regulatory bodies
  • Analyze CEMS emissions data and write technical reports
  • Maintain PSD and Title V operating requirements and submit emission reports
  • Liaise with environmental regulators for audits and inspections
  • Develop and implement facility environmental procedures and training programs
  • Assist with environmental compliance audits at various facilities
  • Participate in community engagement and environmental associations

Benefits

  • Medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans
  • 401(k) plan with competitive company match
  • Paid parental leave and paid time off
  • Paid holidays and additional wellness support
  • Educational assistance opportunities
Full Job Description
About the role

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Environmental Specialist will be the primary responsible individual for ensuring environmental regulatory compliance at the Reworld Lake Resource Recovery Facility, in Okahumpka, FL and Pasco County Resource Recovery Facility, in Spring Hill, FL.

Individual should be well versed with Title V Air permit regulations, and the enforcement of permit conditions on a day-to-day and long-term basis. In addition, the position is the primary environmental contact between client-owner (for Pasco County) and FDEP regulators and should be knowledgeable of general facility environmental operations. Knowledge of air pollution control system operations and Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems is a plus. The Environmental Specialist is the facility representative on all compliance testing and reporting.

The Environmental Specialist supports facility management personnel in the continued operation of the facility in compliance with all regulatory procedures, including federal and state environmental regulations, production schedules, output requirements and contractual obligations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under limited supervision, the Environmental Specialist supports the company and corporate programs and administering policies and procedures developed to prevent, eliminate, control and reduce work-related hazards and maintain environmental responsibility. Reporting to the Facility Manager, and supported by the Regional Environmental Manager, the Environmental Specialist duties will include:

EXPERIENCE IN WASTE to ENERGY a PLUS!!!!!
  • Prepare all reports for federal, state and local regulatory bodies
  • Analyzing CEMS emissions data and writing technical notification reports.
  • Maintaining PSD and Title V operating requirements, and completing all associated Monthly, Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual emission reports.
  • EPA and DOE report preparation and submittals including GHG and EIA Reporting
  • Liaison with client-owner and/or environmental regulators for audits and inspections.
  • Presentations to staff, visitors, the client/owner and regulators
  • Maintain Reworld internal reporting standards (Environmental Management Information System, root cause analysis reports, environmental key performance indicators, weekly walkdown inspection reports, etc.)
  • Proactively work with operators to resolve and prevent environmental issues, developing facility environmental procedures and training.
  • Deliver and complete environmental projects.
  • Maintenance of key environmental records and documents
  • Actively participate in environmental associations and community engagement
  • Coordinate with facility/contractors to complete permit required activities: Annual Stack Testing, Quarterly CEMS Audits, Quarterly GHG Audits, residue testing, etc.
  • Maintain strong working relationship with client-owner environmental department.
  • Assists vendors or contractors when addressing environmental systems, i.e. cylinder gas audits, annual performance tests, ash sampling, stormwater, etc.
  • Functions as a proficient environmental/regulatory specialist working within the limits of environmental permitting and compliance issues for Company operations.
  • Provides technical assistance to facility operations to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state and/or company environmental regulations.
  • Auditing of facilities such as profiled waste generators, APHIS generators, metal recyclers, and landfills
  • Extensive support to Lake Facility site QA/QC profiled waste program
  • Assist with environmental duties at other facilities throughout the region, as needed


EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
  • Bachelors degree in engineering, environmental science, or equivalent and a minimum or 3-5 years experience in the environmental field; preferably the air (or solid waste) field.
  • A working knowledge of FL and federal environmental regulations in air required (waste and water is a plus).
  • Must have strong written and oral communications skills and demonstrate ability to work creatively within the regulatory framework.
  • Strong computer, technical, and writing skills are needed.
  • Must be able to speak, read and write in English.


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In addition to salary, this role is eligible for benefits. The benefits would include medical, prescription drug, vision, and dental plans; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; paid time off; and paid holidays.

Additional details are available at https://www.reworldwaste.com/careers/benefits.

For additional information, refer to the Pay Transparency section below.

All Reworld positions require a candidate's ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the role while upholding Reworld's Values, including (but not limited to) contributing to a safe and inclusive workplace, delivering results through trust, and building breakthrough capabilities.

Please note that Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

Pay Transparency

Reworld is committed to paying its staff equitably, and we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages. The range below reflects Reworld's reasonable estimate of base pay for this role based on primary posting location. It is expected that most qualified candidates in this location will fall within the posting range. The final salary offered for this role will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to: experience, education, geographic location, skills and competencies, travel requirements and/or union contracts (if applicable). Pay ranges are reviewed from time to time and may be modified in the future.

The pay range for the primary location of this position is: $79,300.00 - $105,600.00 USD per annum

Reworld™ provides an industry-leading benefits package that supports the whole person-and their families-through a balanced approach to mental, physical, and financial wellbeing. Regular full-time employees based in the USA have access to comprehensive medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision coverage, FSA, HSA, short- and long-term disability benefits. Our 401(k) plan is industry-leading, with an up to 7% company match. Additional benefits include Company-paid life and AD&D insurance, EAP, paid parental leave, and educational assistance. For more information regarding these offerings, please visit the Reworld Careers Benefits Page. Reworld™ reserves the right to amend, suspend or terminate any benefit plan, in whole or in part, at any time.

About Covanta

Covanta is a world leader in providing sustainable waste and energy solutions. The company's mission is to provide sustainable waste and energy solutions to ensure a cleaner, safer, and healthier future for communities worldwide. Covanta operates over 40 facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia, and has a workforce of over 4,000 employees. The company's waste-to-energy facilities convert non-recyclable waste into clean, renewable energy, while also reducing greenhouse gas emissions and providing safe and reliable waste disposal services. Covanta also provides comprehensive industrial material management services, including waste management, recycling, and environmental consulting services.
Learn more about Covanta
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$28 million
Founded
1991
5 Year Trend
+3%
Revenue
$1.9 billion
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