Emissions Manager

Energy Transfer; Victoria, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Compression Partners, LP seeks an Emissions Manager to lead emissions compliance across company-operated facilities, including BOO stations. You will manage the Emissions Technician team, ensure accurate emission records, and maintain regulatory reporting in accordance with federal, state, and local requirements.

The role covers regulatory audits, corrective action planning, and continuous improvement of air quality programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related environmental field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 8+ years in environmental compliance or emissions management in the oil and gas industry.
• 2+ years in leadership or supervision.
• Experience with air permitting, emissions inventories, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Experience overseeing compliance activities for production facilities and compressor stations.

Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with environmental and air quality regulations, permits, and reporting requirements.
• Emissions Program Management: Oversee emissions monitoring, tracking, and reporting programs; verify pedigrees and supporting docs.
• Asset Compliance Oversight: Confirm emissions compliance for production units, compressors, and BOO stations; coordinate with Ops/Eng/EHS.
• Leadership and Team Management: Supervise Emissions Technicians; set expectations and develop the team.
• Data Management and Reporting: Maintain emissions databases; generate reports and KPIs; support budgeting for compliance programs.

Skills

Emissions management

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Emissions software

Microsoft Office

Data analysis tools

Job description

USA Compression Partners, LP, (NYSE: USAC) provides mission-critical natural gas compression services to large upstream and midstream energy companies. We are an operations-centric, technology-driven employer with 800+ employees in 18 states across the US. We owe our success to the quality of our employees, our strong commitment to safety, and our superior service to our customers.

Position Summary

The Emissions Manager is responsible for overseeing all emissions compliance activities across company-operated facilities, including BOO stations. This position manages the Emissions Technician team, ensures the accuracy and completeness of emissions records and pedigrees, and maintains compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local environmental regulations. The Emissions Manager serves as the primary point of accountability for emissions reporting, regulatory inspections, audits, and continuous improvement initiatives related to air quality compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure compliance with all environmental and air quality regulations, permits, and reporting requirements.

Monitor regulatory changes and communicate impacts to operations and leadership.

Coordinate and support environmental audits, inspections, and agency inquiries.

Develop and implement corrective action plans for identified compliance issues.

Maintain documentation required to demonstrate compliance across all company assets.

Emissions Program Management

Oversee company emissions monitoring, tracking, and reporting programs.

Verify the accuracy and completeness of emissions pedigrees and supporting documentation.

Review emissions calculations, inventories, and reporting submissions.

Ensure regulatory deadlines are met for all required emissions reports.

Monitor facility emissions performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Asset Compliance Oversight

Confirm emissions compliance for all production units, compressors, and BOO stations.

Conduct periodic compliance reviews of facilities and equipment.

Coordinate with Operations, Engineering, and EHS teams to address compliance concerns.

Ensure facility modifications are evaluated for permitting and regulatory impacts prior to implementation.

Leadership and Team Management

Supervise and develop Emissions Technicians.

Establish performance expectations, work schedules, and workload priorities.

Provide technical guidance, coaching, and training to team members.

Promote a culture of environmental stewardship, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Data Management and Reporting

Maintain emissions databases and compliance tracking systems.

Generate compliance reports and key performance indicators for management.

Ensure data integrity and documentation accuracy for regulatory reporting.

Assist with budget planning and forecasting related to emissions compliance programs.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Equivalent industry experience may be considered in lieu of degree requirements.

Experience

8+ years of environmental compliance or emissions management experience in the oil and gas industry.

2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Experience with air permitting, emissions inventories, and regulatory reporting requirements.

Experience overseeing compliance activities for production facilities and compressor stations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Strong understanding of EPA, TCEQ, state, and local air quality regulations.

Knowledge of emissions calculation methodologies and reporting requirements.

Ability to interpret environmental permits and regulatory requirements.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent organizational and documentation abilities.

Effective communication and leadership skills.

Proficiency with emissions management software, Microsoft Office, and data analysis tools.

Physical Requirements

Ability to travel to field locations as required.

Ability to conduct site inspections in various environmental conditions.

Occasional lifting, climbing, and walking at operational facilities.

Success Measures

Zero regulatory violations attributable to emissions program oversight.

Timely completion of all emissions reporting requirements.

Accurate and audit-ready emissions records and pedigrees.

Effective management and development of the Emissions Technician team.

Consistent compliance across all units, compressor stations, and BOO stations.

Note:

This position plays a critical role in protecting the company's environmental compliance standing while supporting safe, efficient, and responsible operations.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

USA Compression is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law

The nature and frequency of the above working conditions and requirements may vary depending on individual operational circumstances. Where feasible, the Partnership will make reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job.

DISCLAIMER

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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