Environmental Specialist

JOB-100465858

Anticipated Start Date

6/22/2026

Location

Hybrid/Remote

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client has proven experience in delivering renewable power under long-term contracts to corporations, residential and wholesale customers, including utilities, municipals, cooperatives, and competitive retail providers.

Job Summary

The Environmental Specialist supports environmental compliance and program implementation across the North Region, including but not limited to Washington, Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Idaho, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, and Oklahoma. This role partners closely with Facility Management and Operations to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company programs, including hazardous waste management, petroleum and chemical handling, spill prevention, and stormwater management. The position is responsible for supporting consistent environmental performance across multiple sites, ensuring cost-effective use of company resources, maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements, and requires frequent travel across assigned states.

Job Description

• Promote and reinforce environmental compliance and safety culture across all assigned facilities.
• Support facility compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
• Prepare and assist with environmental reports and regulatory filings.
• Conduct site visits, audits, and compliance assessments across multiple states.
• Identify environmental risks and develop corrective actions.
• Implement environmental programs such as SPCC, SWPPP, and waste management programs.
• Maintain compliance with environmental permits.
• Support Environmental Compliance Management Systems (ECMS).
• Maintain relationships with regulatory agencies.
• Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts.
• Support spill response and incident reporting.
• Provide training to site personnel.
• Work in office and field environments including construction and operational sites.

Skills Required

• Minimum 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Multi-site experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of federal and state environmental regulations (RCRA, CWA, CAA).
• Experience with environmental compliance at industrial or renewable energy facilities.
• Ability to interpret permits and regulations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data systems.
• DOT hazardous materials certification is a plus.
• Experience with Tier II reporting is a plus.

Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science or related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Valid drivers license required.

Additional Requirements

• Travel required (40–50%) across WA, OR, NV, UT, ID, WY, CO, NE, IA, and OK.