Environmental Manager

Paycom - ATS; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Estis Management in Kilgore, TX seeks an Environmental Manager to lead air quality compliance for a rental compression fleet. The role focuses on emissions management, regulatory reporting, and sustainability initiatives across multiple jurisdictions.

The candidate will serve as the SME on air quality regulations, coordinating with operations, engineering, and customers to ensure compliance and drive improvements in environmental performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in air quality compliance, emissions management, or environmental regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of natural gas compression systems (reciprocating compressors and engines).
• Strong understanding of air emissions regulations and field compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead all air quality compliance activities for the company's rental compression fleet.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local air quality regulations.
• Evaluate regulatory applicability for compressor packages operating in multiple jurisdictions.
• Develop and maintain air compliance procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance to operations, engineering, commercial, and management regarding emissions requirements.
• Manage air emissions inventories and reporting programs.
• Oversee customer support of greenhouse gas reporting and emissions tracking initiatives.

Skills

Air quality

Emissions management

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering

Tools

Environmental data systems

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Estis Management Legal Address (K1) - Kilgore, TX 75691, Position Type: Full Time, Position Overview:

The Environmental Manager is responsible for leading the company's air quality compliance program for a fleet of rental natural gas compression equipment operating across multiple customer locations and regulatory jurisdictions. This role oversees air emissions compliance, regulatory reporting, engine testing programs, permit applicability evaluations, greenhouse gas management, and emissions reduction initiatives.

The Environmental Manager serves as the company's subject matter expert on air quality regulations affecting natural gas-fired engines, compressor packages, and associated equipment. The position partners with Fleet Support & Engineering, Operations, Commercial, Product Development, and customers to ensure environmental compliance while supporting operational reliability and business growth.

Responsibilities/Job Duties

• Lead all air quality compliance activities associated with the company's rental compression fleet.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local air quality regulations.
• Evaluate regulatory applicability for compressor packages operating in multiple jurisdictions.
• Develop and maintain air compliance procedures, standards, and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance to operations, engineering, commercial, and management regarding emissions requirements.
• Manage air emissions inventories and reporting programs.
• Oversee customer support of greenhouse gas reporting and emissions tracking initiatives.
• Ensure accurate collection and maintenance of engine and compressor operating data and emissions documentation.
• Support customer permit applications, permit modifications, and regulatory submissions.
• Maintain compliance records and documentation required for inspections and audits.
• Oversee compliance programs for natural gas-fired reciprocating engines and associated compression equipment.
• Coordinate emissions testing programs, stack testing activities, and performance evaluations with customers.
• Monitor fleet emissions performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with Fleet Operations and Engineering to address emissions-related deficiencies.
• Lead initiatives focused on methane emissions reduction and greenhouse gas management.
• Support development of emissions reduction strategies and sustainability objectives.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and operational practices to improve environmental performance.
• Monitor regulatory developments associated with methane emissions and applicable rulemaking efforts.
• Conduct environmental compliance audits and fleet assessments.
• Evaluate operational practices for air quality compliance risks.
• Develop corrective action plans for identified compliance issues.
• Track corrective actions through completion and verify effectiveness.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory inspections involving air quality compliance.
• Support customer environmental reviews and technical inquiries.
• Assist commercial and project teams in evaluating emissions requirements during project development and equipment deployment.
• Maintain positive working relationships with regulatory agencies, customers, and industry organizations.
• Supervise projects with personnel, contractors, and consultants supporting air quality initiatives.
• Develop and deliver emissions compliance training for operations and commercial personnel.
• Promote environmental awareness and accountability throughout the organization.
• Mentor technical personnel on emissions regulations and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in air quality compliance, emissions management, or environmental regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of natural gas compression systems (reciprocating compressors and engines)
• Strong understanding of air emissions regulations and field compliance requirements
• Familiarity with emissions calculations and environmental data management systems.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and communicate requirements to operational personnel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred

• Experience supporting natural gas compression, stationary engines, midstream operations, power generation, or oil and gas operations preferred.
• Experience working with environmental agencies and regulatory inspections.
• Understanding of combustion engine technologies and emissions control systems

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, sit and/or walk on a hard surface as well as safely bend, stoop, reach, climb steps, and use ladder for long periods of time daily
• Lift up to 40 pounds as needed
• Vision required: 20/40 with or without corrective lenses to accurately read all related distribution documents
• Ability to communicate verbally using a telephone

Working Conditions

• Office environment with controlled temperatures
• Occasional overnight travel as needed rarely with extended stays
• Vehicle environment with controlled temperatures
• Travel required as needed (typically 20-30%)