Environmental Compliance Specialist (Recent grad opportunity)

Tepa; Dublin (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in environmental services is seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist to manage compliance projects related to hazardous materials and waste. This entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates and offers hands-on learning and mentorship opportunities. Join a team focused on sustainable solutions and professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision

Generous paid time off and holidays

401(k) plan with company match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Recent college graduates in applicable fields are preferred.
• 0-3 years of related environmental compliance experience or internship.
• Proficient in understanding federal and state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead environmental compliance projects related to hazardous materials.
• Prepare and submit environmental permits and manage databases.
• Audit and inspect facilities for compliance with regulations.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Detail oriented

Self-motivated

Education

BS in Environmental Studies

Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

GIS skills

Job description

ABOUT THE TEPA COMPANIES

Established in 2005 and owned by the Paskenta Band of Nomlaki Indians, The Tepa Companies deliver comprehensive and sustainable solutions to federal, state, local, and private-sector clients throughout the United States. The tribally owned companies work independently and collaboratively to provide wide-ranging construction, engineering, environmental, industrial, staffing, and technology services.

When you join Tepa Companies, you have the opportunity to expand your entrepreneurial skill set while growing professionally alongside the best in the industry. You will have the opportunity to impact your team, the organization as a whole, and subsequently, our Tribe.

We seek out top talent to provide the best services for our clients. We focus on being a responsible company for our employees and their families by creating a culture that reflects our core values and offering competitive pay and benefits package. Our benefits package includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off and holidays, 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending and health savings account, mental health support and resources, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

LOCATION: This role reports to a project site on Camp Parks Army base in Dublin, CA.

ABOUT THE JOB

The Tepa Companies are seeking an Environmental Compliance Specialist whose duties would include leading a wide variety of environmental compliance projects as they relate to hazardous material management, hazardous waste management, air quality, storage tank management, Pollution Prevention, storm water, and solid waste activities. Must have an understanding of federal and state laws, regulations and reporting requirements related to the above topics. Will prepare and submit environmental permits, inventory and update air quality databases, audit and inspect facilities for compliance with hazardous materials and waste regulations, monitor and audit construction sites for compliance with regulations and best management practices (BMPs), review and update facility environmental management plans including Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs); Spill Prevention, Control and Countermeasure Plans (SPCCs); Integrated Hazardous Materials and Waste Management Plans (IHMWMPs); solid waste plans and refrigerant management plans. Must be professional and courteous in all interactions.

This role is intended for recent college graduates who majored in an applicable field. As Tepa continues to grow, we are focusing on hiring recent graduates to begin their careers at our organization with opportunities to receive hands-on learning, mentorship, and growth within the company. This is an entry-level position that does not require previous experience but does require completed education in the particular discipline.

Job Functions:

• Properly prioritize and execute activities and workflow to meet established program goals and objectives
• Plan and schedule activities to meet mission requirements
• Meet due dates for deliverables
• Ability to work both independently and in team/collaborative settings
• Ability to work in a very structured military environment and understand military chain of command
• Able to communicate clearly and professionally with all levels of government and contractor personnel
• Perform services in a safe manner
• Meet quality standards specified for the position
• Meet security requirements. This position is at a military installation. Candidate must be able to pass a DoD National Agency Check with Inquiry (NACI) conducted by the client, and meet DoD entrance clearances. Current registration and insurance is required if driving onto the base.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• BS in Environmental Studies, engineering or another related field
• 0-3 years previous related environmental compliance experience or a related internship
• Proficient in understanding and evaluating compliance with Federal and State regulations, such as the RCRA, CAA, CWA, EPCRA, TSCA, and DoD Environmental Policies and Procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Power Point).
• Demonstrate reliability, self-motivated, and a strong work ethic, exhibit time management skills, be detail oriented, and perform work accurately in a collaborative environment.
• Environmental Compliance Auditing on DoD installations a plus
• Department of Defense operations familiarity a plus.
• Database manipulation and GIS skills a plus.

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