Environmental Associate III

Duquesne Light Company; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Duquesne Light Company in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking an Environmental Associate III to lead and coordinate environmental compliance programs, audits, and training initiatives. Focus areas include TSCA, SPCC, hazardous waste, and regulatory reporting with emphasis on fieldwork and collaboration with regulatory agencies.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in a technical field and 3+ years of progressive compliance experience, with strong analytical writing and ability to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical environmental field and 3+ years of progressive environmental compliance experience.
• HAZWOPER trained, RCRA trained, DOT trained, Certified Asbestos Building Inspector preferred.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects in a utility environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and administer environmental compliance programs (SPCC, TSCA, waste, air) and SDS management.
• Coordinate environmental audits and assessments of facilities, contractors, and suppliers.
• Develop and implement environmental training programs including HAZWOPER, DOT HazMat, Lead, and Asbestos.
• Maintain tracking for hazardous/non-hazardous waste and regulated materials.
• Provide guidance on remediation, handling, transport, and disposal requirements.

Skills

Environmental compliance

Hazardous materials

Regulatory coordination

Technical writing

Project management

Communication

Microsoft Office

EHS databases

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, chemistry, biological sciences, physical sciences, or a related technical discipline

Tools

MS Office

EHS databases

Job description

Environmental Associate III

Location: Pittsburgh, PA - Hybrid

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and administer the company's Tier II Reporting, SPCC plans, Waste, Air, Chemical Approval Process, and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Management programs.
• Coordinate and support environmental compliance audits and assessments of company facilities, contractors, and suppliers according to established schedules.
• Develop, implement, and coordinate environmental training programs, including but not limited to HAZWOPER, DOT Hazardous Materials, Lead, and Asbestos training.
• Develop and maintain tracking systems for hazardous waste, non‑hazardous waste, TSCA‑regulated materials, and recycling activities.
• Serve as the lead for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) compliance activities and provide technical guidance regarding remediation, handling, transportation, and disposal requirements.
• Develop, implement, and maintain environmental procedures, standards, and programs to ensure regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
• Monitor, evaluate, and communicate proposed environmental regulations and emerging requirements that may impact company operations.
• Conduct environmental sampling and assessments for lead, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), and asbestos; obtain and maintain applicable certifications as required.
• Respond to environmental incidents and emergencies, including agency notifications, contractor mobilization, site oversight, remediation activities, and public interactions.
• Participate in environmental incident investigations and root cause analyses; develop corrective and preventive actions to minimize recurrence.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with local, state, and federal environmental regulatory agencies.
• Conduct environmental compliance inspections of service centers, substations, warehouses, shops, and contractor/vendor operations.
• Provide technical support and environmental guidance to operational personnel, project teams, and management.
• Support environmental due diligence, site assessments, remediation projects, and compliance reporting activities as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Frequent fieldwork and travel to company facilities and project locations.
• Report to Woods Run 6, a minimum of 4 days per week with one day working from home.
• Participation in rotating on‑call assignments and storm/emergency response activities.
• Experience with emergency response and hazardous materials incidents preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, utilizing technical expertise, professional judgment, and initiative to achieve assigned objectives.
• Ability to lead environmental projects in dynamic and often ambiguous situations involving diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Technical understanding of environmental remediation principles, technologies, and regulatory requirements associated with utility operations.
• Legacy site permitting and remediation.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
• Storm role duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, geology, chemistry, biological sciences, physical sciences, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of progressive environmental compliance experience, preferably within the utility, energy, industrial, consulting, or related sectors.

Preferred Qualifications

• HAZWOPER trained
• RCRA trained
• DOT trained
• Certified Asbestos Building Inspector

Skills/Abilities

• Working knowledge of electric utility operations, infrastructure, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations related to hazardous materials, PCB management, TSCA, hazardous waste, air quality, water resources, storage tanks, SPCC, and ecological resource management.
• Experience managing environmental compliance programs and interacting with regulatory agencies.
• Knowledge of hazardous materials management, chemical control programs, and emergency response procedures.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent technical writing, oral communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders, regulatory agencies, contractors, and consultants.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, environmental management systems, and EHS database applications.
• Ability to work effectively in both office and field environments.
• Valid driver's license and the ability to meet company driving requirements.

Hybrid Work

Position follows a hybrid work model, with a minimum of four days working in the office and the remaining day working remotely.

Storm Roles

All non‑Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skill set. Examples of storm roles could include, but are not limited to duties such as: working with operations for service center support or with the communications, customer service, or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information, etc.

Data Governance

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities, and partner with IT on underlying data needs.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

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